Kansas City hospitals are ready for the World Cup. The world may not be ready for U.S. healthcare

By: Suzanne King

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: June 9, 2026

Words: 1,718

Last Updated: 2 days, 17 hours ago

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Kansas City hospitals said they are prepared for the influx of international patients expected this summer during the World Cup. But they worry that the patients may not be ready for America’s labyrinthine healthcare system.

In addition to bulking up translation services and scheduling more doctors and nurses for shifts during the monthlong tournament, hospitals said they’re focused on communication to help international visitors understand that getting care here isn’t as simple as it may …

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