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Over the loud protests of hospital personnel and officials, Steward Health Care is moving forward with closing Nashoba Valley Medical Center in Ayer, along with Carney Hospital in Dorchester, following a July 30 announcement from the Dallas-based health system. Even though she's opposed to Steward’s decision, Gov. Maura Healey said there’s nothing she can do to stop the hospitals from closing in a statement in which she admonished Steward CEO Ralph de la Torre. Healthcare companies, particularly large hospitals, have been in a protracted financial and workforce crisis for years, exacerbated by the COVID pandemic.

Should governments be doing more to prevent hospital closures?
Yes, federal and state governments should support struggling systems by increasing Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement rates. (27%, 39 VOTES)
Yes, governments should provide direct public assistance to struggling hospitals, as well as additional tax breaks. (22%, 31 VOTES)
No, hospital closures are a natural consequence of the free market. (22%, 31 VOTES)
No, private organizations shouldn’t receive government handouts. (29%, 42 VOTES)
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Over the loud protests of hospital personnel and officials, Steward Health Care is moving forward with closing Nashoba Valley Medical Center in Ayer, along with Carney Hospital in Dorchester, following a July 30 announcement from the Dallas-based health system. Even though she's opposed to Steward’s decision, Gov. Maura Healey said there’s nothing she can do to stop the hospitals from closing in a statement in which she admonished Steward CEO Ralph de la Torre. Healthcare companies, particularly large hospitals, have been in a protracted financial and workforce crisis for years, exacerbated by the COVID pandemic.

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