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Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · 1d

As of September, New Mexico is the first state in the nation to offer universal child care. If New Mexico can do it, why can't Ohio? Learn more about how to support universal healthcare in Ohio at healthcareforallohioans.org/.

#healthcareforallohioans #ohiohealthcare #universalhealthcare #HCFAO

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Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · 2d

In just 2 years, one hospital sued 2,700 patients over unpaid medical bills. This is what a for-profit healthcare system looks like: lawsuits, paycheck seizures, and families in debt. Read more at signalohio.org/this-small-town-ohio-hospital-sued-2700-patients-in-two-years-for-unpaid-medical-bills/.

Mary Rutan Hospital sues 2,700 people in two years for unpaid bills

At Mary Rutan Hospital, mass debt collection lawsuits have turned injury and illness into debt, interest, or garnishment for thousands.

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Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · 4d

This coming year, health insurance costs are expected to jump 6.5% for employees — the biggest surge in 15 years. We need to talk about what’s driving it. Learn more at fortune.com/2025/09/08/your-health-insurance-biggest-increase-15-years-since-2010-mercer/. #HCFAO #ohiohealth #universalhealthcare

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · 4d

Come watch American Hospitals with HCFAO on Zoom on October 24th at 7 PM! American Hospitals takes a deep dive into the economics of the U.S. health-care system. Info about registration will be released soon! #healthcareforall #universalhealthcare #HCFAO

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · 5d

The US spent over $13,000 per person on healthcare in 2023, nearly double that of other nations (over $7,000). Yet we live 4 years less on average than other countries. Help us make healthcare cheaper and more acessible for all! Learn more at healthcareforallohioans.org/.

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Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · 9d

Over 500,000 Ohio families could face huge increases in their health insurance costs next year. Experts warn that more than 100,000 people could lose their insurance entirely if Congress doesn’t act quickly to help. #healthcareforallohioans #HFAO

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Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Aug 13

Our 60 Years of Medicare Celebration last month was a blast! Filled with good food, karaoke, and dancing, we had a great time celebrating improved access to healthcare. Yet there is still more work to be done! Learn how you can help at spanohio.org/take-action/.

#healthcareforallohioans #HFAO

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Aug 11

Imagine having to divorce the love of your life so they can afford life-saving healthcare. This is Dawn Z's story - listen today at youtu.be/BZhY2nJth3w. #healthcareforallohioans #universalhealthcare #ohiohealthcare

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Aug 6

We had the opportunity to attend a gala in Warren County this past weekend! Our Marketing Committee Chair Joy Bennett gave a wonderful speech in memoriam of Erin Rosiello, a dedicated member of HFAO who fought tirelessly for universal healthcare. Listen to Erin's story at youtu.be/LoItMcpbKDQ.

Cancer stole her dream of business ownership and forced her into poverty

YouTube video by Healthcare for All Ohioans (SPAN Ohio)

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Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Aug 3

Join us on Saturday, August 9 at 3 PM for the August Cleveland HCFAO/SPAN meeting. The meeting will be in person in Cleveland Heights. For details, please contact Bob at (440) 838-8638, Cathe at (310) 749-6111, OR email [email protected].

#healthcareforallohioans #ohiohealthcare #HFAO

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Aug 1

We all want to be able to afford a doctor when we need one. Yet, because of our for-profit health insurance system, 1 in 12 Americans can't get the basic care they need to stay healthy. We need a system that puts people over profit. Join us as we fight for a future where no one is left behind!

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 26

Go to this link spanohio.org/contact-us/ to find your regional coordinator! Regional coordinators can help you get involved in local advocacy, have HFAO material available, lead regional meetings, and can answer your questions about HFAO or national healthcare in general.

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Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 23

The SBUHCA (State Based Universal Health Care Act) bill was introduced on July 15th in the House. This bill would make it easier for states to implement single payer healthcare! Contact your Rep and ask them to sponsor/support this bill. Use this link to find your Rep: ohiohouse.gov/members/distr...

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Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 23

What if your tax dollars actually worked for your health? In a just society, everyone has the right to care — not just those who can afford it. That’s not radical. That’s solidarity. Ohio deserves healthcare shaped by need, not wealth. Let's build a system where care isn’t rationed by income.

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 21

“Go lay down” isn’t a treatment. “Just take an Advil” isn’t healthcare. “Pray it goes away” isn’t a plan. This satirical chart hits too close to home. No one should have to rely on hope or over-the-counter meds for chronic conditions, mental health, or emergencies.

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 18

We recently learned that a dedicated member of HFAO, Erin Rosiello, passed away after a long battle with cancer. We recorded her telling her story and are sharing it today at youtu.be/LoItMcpbKDQ as a tribute to her passion for life. Thank you Erin for fighting for a better healthcare system.

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 18

Check out our events page at spanohio.org/events/ to stay up-to-date on all of our upcoming events! #healthcareforall #ohiohealthcare #universalhealthcare #healthcare #healthcareforallohioans #healthcareforallohio

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 16

On Fourth of July, Healthcare for All Ohioans had the pleasure of hosting a parade in Northside Cincinnati! We handed out about 100 rack cards and were so excited to meet all of you. Interested in learning about more of our events? Check out spanohio.org/events/. #ohiohealthcare #universalhealthcare

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 14

Join us for our Summer Fundraiser celebrating 60 years of Medicare on July 26th at Chef Carolyn's Exotic Cuisine Restaurant in Cleveland! Buy tickets today to save $10 and get a FREE raffle ticket. You can get a ticket here: secure.actblue.com/donate/h...

#healthcareforallohioans #universalhealth

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 8

Interested in writing an op-ed but not sure when to write or how to get started? Take a look at these tips on when to write an op-ed. Learn more at spanohio.org/write-op-ed/.

#ohiohealthcare #ohiohealthcareforall #HCFAO #healthcareforallohioans #healthcareforall #universalhealthcare

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 5

Healthcare for All Ohioans is so honored to have received an award at the Juneteenth event in Columbus last month! Thank you so much to everyone supporting our fight for accessible healthcare. #healthcareforallohioans #universalhealthcare #ohiohealth #HCFAO

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 4

This Fourth of July, we’re reminded that true freedom includes the right to live with dignity, security—and access to healthcare. We won’t stop until healthcare for all is more than a promise. It’s a reality. #HealthcareForAll #FourthOfJuly #LibertyAndJustice #HealthJustice #healthcareforallohioans

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jul 3

Want to help fix healthcare in Ohio? Here’s one powerful step you can take: The Ohio Health Care Plan was just introduced in the House on May 16th. If your rep is likely to be on board, use this easy script to ask them to sign on as a CO-SPONSOR! Find your rep here: ohiohouse.gov/members/dist...

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jun 30

Healthcare for All Ohioans is currently collecting signatures to send to our US Senators asking them to vote against all and any budget proposals that involve cuts to Medicare/Medicaid. Interested in supporting this petition? Sign using this form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Healthcare for All Ohioans @healthcare4allohio.bsky.social · Jun 18

📢 Big news in the fight for better healthcare: The federal government is finally stepping up. CMS is launching a massive audit of Medicare Advantage plans. 2,000 new auditors will be holding these powerful insurance companies accountable. Read more at open.substack.com/pub/healthca....