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The local health district is reeling after a $1.1 million federal funding cut forced them to lay off eight employees. Expect longer lines and a harder time getting the basic health services you rely on.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days.
The district is down over a million bucks, which means less money to keep the lights on and the staff paid.
No one really wins here, as a leaner health department usually just means more stress for everyone involved.
Local residents who depend on the clinic for affordable care are the ones who will feel the squeeze the most.
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