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Derek Pharr's avatar

Hey Nicole thank for your honesty and insights. Those stats are tough to read, but as a nation we need to be forthright about this. Sending good thoughts and how your way.

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Nicole Dake's avatar

Yes, it is hard reading about all the things that are going on in the world these days. At times, we may get burned out and need to take a break from the news. Thank you for the good thoughts!

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Lisa Beth Wright's avatar

Hi, Nicole. I'm so sorry you are going through such a hard time. Those numbers are staggering. I finally got approved for Medicaid here in North Carolina, but finding a provider to accept it is another matter. My GP does, but I can forget about dental or vision care. At least it's something. Maybe my 5-year-old glasses can last a little longer.

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Nicole Dake's avatar

Thank you, Lisa! I'm sorry you are struggling to find a Medicaid provider there. There are so many shortages nationwide it seems. I haven't even tried to get dental or vision care, I just want to be able to continue with my psych appointments. I need to find a new GP doctor, my last one moved away when I was in Germany.

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