Hospitals have always risen to the challenge, especially when it comes to caring for the most vulnerable among us. That’s why the recent layoffs of nearly 1,000 employees at Texas Children's Hospital were so shocking. This was not just a financial setback — it was a blow to the health of our children. These layoffs could have been prevented with stronger financial support and federal programs designed to sustain the vital care these facilities provide. Now hundreds of health care professionals are out of work and the quality of care at this beloved facility will inevitably suffer. This is not an isolated incident. Similar situations are playing out across the country, putting thousands of health care workers and their patients at risk.
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