Arkansas' troubled health landscape could worsen under proposed federal cuts, advocacy group warns

Arkansas' troubled health landscape could worsen under proposed federal cuts, advocacy group warns

(iStock/Getty Images Plus)Arkansas ranks 48th in a nationwide assessment of health care access, affordability, equity and outcomes, according to a Commonwealth Fund report released Wednesday. The foundation analyzed 50 health indicators for all 50 states plus the District of Columbia. In the six categories into which the report divided the indicators, Arkansas ranked: 42nd in health care access and affordability 41st in prevention and treatment…

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The mission of Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families is to ensure that all children and their families have the resources and opportunities to lead healthy and productive lives and to realize their full potential. We serve as a voice for children at the Arkansas State Capitol and in Washington, D.C; gather and analyze data to support public policy that serves all children and families; and organize coalitions of diverse groups to drive cha