The Challenges and Triumphs in Accessible Healthcare with Dennis Borel Part 1

22/11/2023 36 min Temporada 2 Episodio 8
The Challenges and Triumphs in Accessible Healthcare with Dennis Borel Part 1

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Dennis Borel, Executive Director of the Coalition of Texans with Disabilities provides insights into the work of a cross-disability organization that navigates the multifaceted realm of disabilities, chronic illnesses, and diverse age groups. Frank and Dennis discuss the importance of collaborative efforts, linking various disability-focused groups to amplify their impact on healthcare policy.Frank, drawing from his experience in the pharmaceutical industry, shares stories about the challenges of pushing for accessible medicines and services. He emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between recreational and medical cannabis, discussing the consequences of unregulated alternatives like Delta-8.The discussion extends to broader issues, including the inadequacies in caregiver wages, the impact of inadequate funding for Medicaid, and the complexities of managing large state agencies like the Health and Human Services Commission.JOIN THE CONVERSATION:Website: https://statehousepodcast.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/statehousepodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/StateHousePodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/statehousepod360/Produced by: Terra Firma AudioThis video contains paid promotionMusic provided by SoundStripe:B1QDMRUHPYFLHWQU