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Lori Trahan: “That cut translates directly into fewer doctor visits…”

Featuring: Lori Trahan, Democratic | U.S. House Massachusetts, 3rd Congressional District

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Stop the Republican Shutdown

Published | Video Starts at 23:32

They're ripping away that lifeline. And, you know, we've got Boston Children's Hospital for children who were born with congenital heart defects, cystic fibrosis, rare forms of epilepsy. That cut translates directly into fewer doctor visits, delayed surgeries, missed treatments [at Boston Children's Hospital]. And, you know, and for parents, which we're both parents, it just translates into sleepless nights wondering how to pay for care, how to keep the lights on, how to give your child a shot at a healthy future. (23:32–23:40)

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Asserts that Medicaid cuts will lead to reduced medical services at Boston Children's Hospital.

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