U.S. Hospitals Are Closing At A Rapid Rate
May 10, 2024•23 min
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Episode description
The closure of hospitals in the United States is a growing concern as more and more medical facilities shut their doors at a rapid rate. This trend is alarming as it threatens access to healthcare for many individuals across the country. With the closure of hospitals, communities are left without essential medical services, putting the health and well-being of residents at risk. In this episode I discuss the closure of hospitals in U.S.
(01:20) Stewart Healthcare, a healthcare system, has filed for bankruptcy protection
(05:16) What causes a hospital to close?
(10:44) Two thirds of small rural hospitals lose money
(15:02) 30% of 700 rural hospitals are potentially or in danger of closing
(19:37) What can be done to prevent more hospital closures
(01:20) Stewart Healthcare, a healthcare system, has filed for bankruptcy protection
(05:16) What causes a hospital to close?
(10:44) Two thirds of small rural hospitals lose money
(15:02) 30% of 700 rural hospitals are potentially or in danger of closing
(19:37) What can be done to prevent more hospital closures
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