Republicans cut healthcare spending. Now Arizonans are paying the price.

By: Dr. Gabrielle Goodrick

Outlets: Arizona Mirror

Published: August 5, 2026

Words: 504

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

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As a doctor, I’ve spent nearly three decades delivering life-saving medical care here in Arizona. Lately, I’m witnessing a disturbing shift: My patients are desperately struggling to afford even basic care. More and more, I’m seeing folks postpone important treatments, downgrade to restrictive insurance plans, or drop their coverage entirely.

This situation is dire — and it was entirely avoidable.

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