Every Kentuckian deserves quality healthcare close to home, whether they’re seeking preventive care, emergency care, mental health support, or reproductive care. No one should have to drive hours, skip checkups, or put off filling a prescription because they can’t afford it or there’s no provider nearby. In many rural areas, hospitals are not only a lifeline for care, but also among the largest employers; when they close, the entire community suffers both physically and economically; losing jobs, services, and stability all at once. I will fight to protect Medicaid and Medicare, keep our rural hospitals open, support clinics and community health centers, and restore the freedom for women and families to make their own medical decisions. Healthcare is not a privilege; it is dignity, safety, and survival.