Rural Ozarks fight fluoride as rural dental crisis grows
In northern Arkansas, the Ozark Mountain Regional Public Water Authority refuses to fluoridate water, facing hundreds of state fines totaling about 130000. The region lacks dentists and faces rising tooth decay, while officials warn Medicaid cuts could worsen rural oral health.
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Five million could lose Medicaid coverage under work rules
Urban Institute analysis shows 4.6 to 5.2 million adults ages 19 to 55 could lose Medicaid if fed rules require work. Barriers include reporting difficulty, broadband gaps, and transportation. The study cites exemptions and the ACA expansion context as key factors.
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