White House Announces Effort To Tackle Rising Medical Debt From Harlem To Hawaii
As Americans continue to rack up medical debt, the Biden administration is stepping up to help.
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Medical Debt Is Becoming More Of A Burden On Americans, CFPB Says
In a new study of consumer finances, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) found that medical debt is harming consumers’ credit scores and adding significant amounts of money to their personal debt.
Americans From Harlem To Hollywood Racked Up $88 Billion Worth Of Medical Debt Last Year
It turns out that you can put a price on your health, and it comes to about $10,000. A new report and poll by West Health and Gallup found that out of 36 developed nations, the United States once again ranks number one in healthcare costs.
NYC Health + Hospitals Doctors Receive $2 Million In Grants To Pay Medical School Debt
NYC Health + Hospitals, today announced that the health system was able to secure more than $2 million in special loan forgiveness grants for 17 physicians in exchange for their commitment to continue serving needy New Yorkers in the Health + Hospitals system.
The Graduates Of The Mini Medical School At Touro In Harlem
Ninety-five high school students from throughout New York City recently celebrated their completion of an afterschool STEM program called MedAchieve.
Doctors Receive Medical School Loan Forgiveness In Exchange For Commitment To NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals today announced more than $3 million in total loan forgiveness grants for 26 physicians who commit to continue serving the public hospital system.
States From Harlem To Hawaii Take Steps To Protect Patients From Staggering Medical Bills
The Wall Street Journal reports that at least 10 states are moving to protect patients from massive medical debt and aggressive tactics by debt collectors.
Columbia Medical School Announces $250 Million Naming Gift From Vagelos Family
Philanthropy News Digest reports that Columbia University has announced a gift of $250 million from alumni P. Roy and Diana Vagelos in support of its College of Physicians and Surgeons.
New Medical School To Open In Harlem
New York City is getting a new medical school in Harlem with the goal of training more doctors to practice in underserved communities across the state.
Navigating The FHA Home Loan Process In Harlem: A Comprehensive Guide To Affordable Financing Options
An FHA mortgage is something that private lenders offer to people who have trouble getting a mortgage from banks and other lenders.
Immigrants, Advocates At State Capitol Demand Gov. Hocul Health Coverage For All In Final Budget
Today, the New York Immigration Coalition, alongside elected officials and impacted individuals, rallied the State Capitol in Albany to demand the inclusion of the Coverage for All bill in the final state budget.
Hundreds Of Immigrant Advocates March To State Capitol Demanding Lawmakers Pass Health Coverage For All
Today, the Coverage for All coalition, alongside elected officials and impacted individuals, rallied at the State Capitol in Albany to demand the inclusion of the Coverage for All bill in the upcoming state budget.
Hundreds Of Immigrant Advocates Rallied Across New York State For Passage Of Coverage For All Bill
Today, immigrant advocates held rallies in New York City, Long Island and Yonkers demanding for state lawmakers to pass Coverage for All.
They’ve Done It Again, The New York Community Trust Awards $6.6 Million In Grants To 35 Nonprofits
Last year the Trust gave $6+ Million In Grants To 37 Nonprofits, this year the New York Community Trust has announced $6.6 million in grants to 35 nonprofits working to meet the pressing needs of New Yorkers across the city.
Nonprofits From Harlem To Hollis Receive A Combined $6M+ In Grants To Support Its Critical Work
The New York Community Trust has announced $6.6 million in grants to 35 nonprofits working to meet the pressing needs of New Yorkers across the city.