Throughout the United States Americans are striving to guarantee that healthcare is affordable and accessible. Within the state of North Carolina there is a strong focus on healthcare reform. The state has hundreds of medical facilities and programs devoted to improving the health of the state's residents.
It is no doubt a valuable study, underlining the connections between family finances and health habits and ultimately, good health itself. But most medical school and hospital administrators, and of course doctors, could have outlined the findings of a study from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute even before they were released.
North Carolinians have long recognized that children are one of our state’s most valuable resources and their success is our success. Investing in the health, safety, education and financial security of our children are among the most important duties of our society. As the recession continues to stress North Carolinians, it is critical that policymakers focus on preserving services for children and families.
