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Access to healthcare is a fundamental right that should be available to all individuals, regardless of their socioeconomic status or background.

It is a critical component of a just and equitable society. Ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to receive timely and affordable medical care not only promotes individual well-being but also contributes to the overall health and stability of communities and nations. Efforts to improve access to healthcare should encompass a range of measures, including expanding insurance coverage, reducing healthcare costs, increasing the availability of healthcare facilities, and promoting preventive care and health education. By addressing these issues, we can work towards a world where healthcare is truly accessible to all, fostering a healthier and more equitable society.

Maternal Mortality & Morbidity

  • Maternal mortality & morbidity in Wyoming is higher than the national average.
  • The U.S. has the highest rates of maternal mortality & morbidity of all developed nations and ranks 63rd internationally.
  • 53% of all women die 7 days after childbirth to 12 months after childbirth.
  • Wyoming is increasingly a maternity care desert.

Access to Healthcare

  • Wyoming is one of 30 states that still taxes period products.

  • Wyoming has high rates of maternal mortality and morbidity because prenatal, OB, and postpartum care are all challenging to access. Two hospitals closed their labor & delivery departments in 2022 and OBs continue to leave the state.

  • Wyoming is one of only 10 states that has yet to expand Medicaid. Working women under 35 are the largest group in the coverage gap in Wyoming. Medicaid is correlated with better health outcomes for women and is among the strongest poverty reduction tools available for women.

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