Massachusetts social issues

Atrius Health Equity Foundation Tackles Medical Debt

News Summary The Atrius Health Equity Foundation is working to eliminate $500 million in medical debt for residents in Eastern…

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Massachusetts Proposes New Social Consumption Licenses

News Summary The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission is proposing new social consumption licenses to allow cannabis use in public spaces.…

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Massachusetts Housing Crisis: Efforts for Change

News Summary Massachusetts is facing a significant housing crisis, with many residents struggling to afford homes. A recent study showed…

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Worcester Faces Rising Concerns Over Illegal Migrants and Crime

News Summary Worcester, Massachusetts is grappling with the implications of recent federal immigration raids that have revealed a worrying trend:…

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Massachusetts Faces Rising Healthcare Costs: Affordability Challenges

News Summary Massachusetts is grappling with a significant rise in healthcare costs, experiencing an 8.6% increase in 2023, totaling $78.1…

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Massachusetts Lawmakers Introduce the Bettor Health Act

News Summary Massachusetts lawmakers are proposing the Bettor Health Act to regulate the state's booming sports gambling industry. The act…

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Tragic Incident in Belize: Three American Women Found Dead

News Summary Belize is grieving the loss of three American women from Revere, Massachusetts, who were found dead from acute…

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Boston’s Proposed Candy Tax Faces Opposition from Lawmakers

News Summary Governor Maura Healey has proposed a candy tax in Massachusetts, aiming to classify candy as a non-essential item…

3 months ago

Controversial Detention of Doctoral Student in Somerville

News Summary The community of Somerville, Massachusetts is in turmoil following the detention of Rumeysa Ozturk, a 30-year-old doctoral student.…

3 months ago

Massachusetts Food Banks Struggle Amid Federal Cuts

News Summary Food banks across Massachusetts are facing a significant crisis due to federal funding cuts totaling $3.3 million from…

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