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The Defunding of Medicaid: The Basics
Introduction Medicaid, as defined by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, is a ‘joint federal and state program...
Gabrielle B
Sep 9, 2025


The Healthcare Staff Shortage in the United States
Introduction You might have seen the sentence “Not all heroes wear capes” somewhere in your neighborhood. This simple yet powerful...
Gabrielle B
Aug 18, 2025


Breaking Down the One Big Beautiful Bill: What It Means for Healthcare
Hello and welcome to the HEAL blog! Let’s talk about something important that just happened (on July 4th, 2025). A law called The One...
Brycen W
Jul 11, 2025


What Every Teen Should Know About Going to the Doctor
Hi and welcome to The HEAL Blog! Going to the doctor as a teen can feel awkward and anxiety-inducing. Whether it's a normal checkup or...
Brycen W
Jun 30, 2025


“I Didn’t Know It Was That Serious”: A Teen’s Experience With a Blood Transfusion
At HEAL, we believe that hearing directly from real people, especially other teens, makes healthcare more understandable and more human. That’s why we’re excited to share this interview with someone who has firsthand experience navigating the healthcare system. Their insights show just how important communication, clarity, and confidence are, especially for young people. Brycen is a 16 year old girl who lives a normal life. She has a sister, two dogs, and enjoys to read and
Laylah W
Jun 24, 2025


Health Insurance Made Easy: What Teens Need to Know
Hi and welcome to the HEAL Blog! Let’s be honest, when someone says “health insurance,” most people either tune out or instantly feel...
Laylah W
Jun 23, 2025


Join the HEAL Movement: Breaking Down Barriers to Teen Healthcare
Hello and welcome to The HEAL Project! We are so glad you're here! As an organization run by teens, for teens we aim to maximize and...
Laylah W
Jun 16, 2025
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