Medicaid legislation would make cancer even worse for Kentuckians

By: Dr. Doug Flora

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: March 25, 2026

Words: 372

Last Updated: 4 months, 1 week ago


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As an oncologist and hematologist, I strongly believe in a person’s right to access the care they need. I know having access to health coverage is one of the most important factors to surviving a cancer diagnosis, so I was shocked to learn that the Kentucky legislature is working to pass legislation that will take health coverage away from hardworking Kentuckians.

House Bill 2 would make it harder for people who have heard the …

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