Incremental minimum-wage increases are tied to improved health and reduced racial and ethnic income disparities for low-wage workers. Examining the effects of larger minimum wage increases may provide more definitive evidence.
Immigrant families faced eligibility restrictions and fear of immigration consequences during the pandemic. But community organizations played a key role in connecting families to the safety net.
If the 12 nonexpansion states were to fully implement a Medicaid expansion in 2023, their uninsurance rate would drop 29.1 percent, with non-Hispanic Black people, young adults, and women of reproductive age experiencing the largest gains.
A national expert panel highlights how adjusting for social risks like socioeconomic status can preserve access to care and improve payment accuracy but is insufficient on its own to improve health equity.
