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Disparities in Mental Health Access Plague Ohio’s Health Rankings, New Data Reveals

Columbus, Ohio – Mental health continues to be a significant concern in Ohio, as new data from the Health Policy Institute of Ohio reveals the state ranking 44th in “health value.” This ranking is determined by a combination of population health and health care spending metrics, showing that Ohioans generally live less healthy lives and spend more on healthcare compared to residents of other states. The report highlights various areas where Ohio has seen significant …

Mental Health Struggle: DACA Recipients Face Uncertainty Amid Renewal Deadline

Phoenix, Arizona – Ileana Salinas, a DACA recipient, is facing the uncertainty of her future in the United States as she awaits the renewal of her immigration status. The mental toll of living in constant fear of deportation is exacerbated by the ever-changing immigration policies that impact her community and mental well-being. According to the most recent numbers from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, there are 544,960 active DACA recipients in the U.S., with 20,750 …

Consultant to Evaluate Colorado’s Troubled Child Mental Health Services and Offer Solutions as Part of Lawsuit Settlement

Denver, Colorado must bring in an external consultant to assess its mental health services for children following a class-action lawsuit alleging that the state’s current policies are leaving children stranded in hospital emergency rooms and institutions. In a settlement reached in 2021, the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing agreed to fund an independent examination of its Medicaid policies without admitting to any violations of federal or state laws. The consultant’s role will …

911 Screening Redirects Calls for Mental Health and Homelessness to Specialists in Orange County

Santa Ana, California has recently implemented a new screening procedure to enhance responses to calls related to mental illness and homelessness. The Orange County Sheriff’s Department, in collaboration with the Orange County Health Agency, aims to redirect non-crime-related calls towards trained specialists within the health agency. This initiative, which began this month, involves a brief quiz for callers to determine the appropriate response, either by a deputy or a mental health expert. The objective is …

California Passes Prop. 1 Mental Health Plan to Combat Homelessness

Sacramento, California – In a groundbreaking move, California has approved Proposition 1, a mental health plan aimed at addressing the state’s homelessness crisis. This plan, which narrowly passed, has been hailed as a huge victory by Governor Gavin Newsom, who has championed the initiative as a crucial step in combating the pressing issue of homelessness. Proposition 1 aims to provide essential mental health services to individuals experiencing homelessness, offering support and resources to help them …

Judge overseeing Trump hush money case focuses on mental health court impact

NEW YORK, NY – In a high-ceilinged courtroom, Judge Juan M. Merchan presided over cases both big and small, including a notable upcoming trial involving former U.S. President Donald Trump. However, on a recent morning, Merchan focused on the less conspicuous cases in Manhattan’s Mental Health Court, where mentally ill offenders seek to turn their lives around through closely monitored treatment programs. As Merchan engaged with defendants about their progress and personal lives, it was …

Insurance Crisis: Maryland Legislation Needed to Improve Mental Health and Substance Use Coverage

Annapolis, Maryland – As Maryland’s 2024 legislative session unfolds, the state faces a critical juncture in enhancing insurance coverage and accessibility to mental health and substance use care. With a staggering number of lives lost to overdoses in 2023 and hundreds of thousands struggling with mental illness and substance use disorders, the urgency for action is apparent. Under state and federal parity laws, Maryland residents are entitled to fair and equal health insurance coverage for …

Biden’s Mental Capability Under Scrutiny Ahead of State of the Union Address

WASHINGTON (AP) — As the 2024 presidential election looms closer, a recent poll indicates a growing number of U.S. adults are questioning President Joe Biden’s ability to effectively carry out his duties at 81 years of age. With doubts lingering over his memory and cognitive sharpness, Biden’s upcoming State of the Union address is seen as a real-time test for his potential second term in office. According to a survey conducted by The Associated Press-NORC …

Child Health Poll Reveals Stable Rates of Uninsured Children and High Mental Health Diagnoses in Tennessee

Nashville, Tennessee – The most recent analysis of the 2024 Tennessee Child Health Poll has uncovered steady rates of uninsured children in Tennessee, alongside alarming levels of mental health diagnoses among the state’s youth. According to the annual poll conducted by the Vanderbilt Center for Child Health Policy, 4.5% of Tennessee children are uninsured, marking a significant reduction from the peak of 9% in 2020. The poll revealed that approximately 41% of parents reported their …

Medicaid Struggles: Illinois Residents Face Barriers to Mental Health Care Access

Rockford, Illinois – Parents in Winnebago County are facing challenges in accessing residential mental healthcare for their children through state insurance, Medicaid. Despite efforts from organizations like Marshmallow’s Hope and the Tommy Corral Foundation, families like Britt Cotton’s continue to struggle to find appropriate care for their children in crisis. Cotton shared her heartbreaking journey of trying to get her child the help they need, resorting to sending them out of state due to limited …