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Healthcare System Shortages: How Hospital and Clinic Staffing Crises Are Impacting Patient Care
Healthcare shortages are worsening across U.S. hospitals and clinics, with nurse staffing levels at critical lows. Patient safety, access to care, and provider burnout are all under severe strain - here’s what’s really happening on the ground.
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