Medicare & Medicaid’s 61st birthday not so happy thanks to Trump’s big bill, advocates warn

By: Michael Lyle

Outlets: Nevada Current

Published: July 31, 2026

Words: 797

Last Updated: 3 days, 5 hours ago

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For 55-year-old Ivon Meneses, Medicaid has become a lifeline to afford treatments for her myriad of health problems including asthma and diabetes, which has come with a slew of medical complications for her.

The federally funded program, which was first signed into law 61 years ago as of Thursday, has been a safety net for Meneses and many others who wouldn’t be able to pay for health care.

“This program is not just …

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