How immigration laws affect patient care in Florida and Texas: dealing with healthcare fears.
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In Florida, a new law requires hospitals to ask patients about their immigration status. This law has scared many people, even though hospitals are not supposed to share this information with the government.
Texas is going to start using a similar law soon. The law is supposed to save money, but some people think it will actually cost more.
Many immigrants are afraid to go to the hospital, even when they are very sick. They are worried that they will be deported or separated from their families.
It is hard to know how many people are avoiding hospitals because of these laws. Many people choose not to answer the question about their immigration status.
Some people think these laws are unfair and will hurt people who need medical care. They are worried that immigrants will wait too long to get help, which could make their health problems worse.
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What does the new law in Florida require hospitals to do?
The law requires hospitals to ask patients about their immigration status.
Why are many immigrants afraid to go to the hospital?
They are afraid they will be deported or separated from their families.
What do some people think about the new laws?
Some people think the laws are unfair and will hurt those who need medical care.
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