⚖️ Arnold Ventures funds major work on healthcare costs, payment reform & equity, awards range from $50K to multi-million dollars. Proposals accepted continuously based on portfolio priorities. Learn more: www.arnoldventures.org/grantees

It’s finally here! 🎉📊 Our Impact Report is live and full of the stories, numbers, and progress that shaped this year. Take a look and see the impact you helped make 👉 link-health.org/2026/02/18/2...

Are the Alabama pregnancy ultrasound robots really "pretty cool"? 🤖 To some obstetric providers, not really. They're 💰 expensive ($300k a pop!) and could lead to ⏰ delays in patients being identified as high risk. They still even need trained professional oversight!

The NAACP is calling for “equity-first” standards in medical AI, warning that without strong safeguards, artificial intelligence could worsen existing racial health disparities instead of reducing them. In a recent article by Reuters, the organization urges policymakers, healthcare systems,

On World Day of Social Justice, we reaffirm our commitment to equity, access, and dignity for all. 💙⚖️ At Link Health, social justice means connecting families to the benefits and support they deserve, every day.

📣 Our work with Northeastern University was just featured in Northeastern Global News! The article highlights how our partnership is improving patient outcomes and preparing the next generation of caregivers. Read the full story here: news.northeastern.edu/2026/02/06/p...

📣 New op-ed alert! Our former intern Anna Marie Rapa breaks down the hidden hunger crisis on Massachusetts campuses, where 1 in 3 college students faces food insecurity. 🍎🎓 Read it in BU’s Public Health Post 👉 publichealthpost.org/health-equit...

Clinic days = teamwork in action 💻💙 From screenings to enrollments, this crew is here to make access easier and support real. Peace signs optional, impact guaranteed ✌️✨

💡 NIHCM supports bold health policy or systems research with grants up to $100,000. The 2025-2026 funding cycle of NIHCM Foundation's investigator-initiated Research Grant program is now closed, but stay tuned for upcoming opportunities: nihcm.org/grants/resea...

Who gets to own hospitals and bill Medicare? In Physician Hospitals of America v. Sebelius, physician-owned hospitals challenged Section 6001 of the ACA as unconstitutional. But the Fifth Circuit never reached the constitutional merits. The Court ruled that since the claims “arise under” Medicare,

From ‘thank you’ → ‘omg’ → ‘full body joy’ in under 10 minutes 😄

Love looks like access, dignity, and support. 💙❤️ This Valentine’s Day, Link Health is proud to keep connecting families to the resources that help them thrive. We love our patients, we love our partners, we love our Patient Navigators!!❤️

From application fees to interview travel, it adds up fast & most people don’t see it coming. Before you even get accepted, applicants often spend thousands on the MCAT, primary applications, secondary fees & interviews. Realistically, students are looking at several thousand dollars just to apply

POV: You're a Link Health Patient Navigator and you just learned your patient qualifies for a program and nobody told them 😱

Earn too little. Live in the wrong state. Lose anyway. Me trying to understand how 1.4 million people are still stuck here in 2026.

Our partners at BRIDGE were selected to present on a panel at the Netroots Nation conference and our leadership team at Link Health will serve as the panelist but we need your help! Every vote increases the likelihood our panel will be chosen. Vote for our panel here! buff.ly/yyuJRYq

Grateful to Life Science Cares for their continued support through additional funding. 💙 This investment enables Link Health to expand access, strengthen clinic partnerships, and deliver meaningful impact for families and communities. Thank you for your continued belief in this work.

It’s live! 🚀💙 Our new website is officially up and running. Explore our work, our impact, and how we’re expanding access for families, check it out! link-health.org

Looking to fund impactful, patient-centered research? PCORI offers awards that typically range from $500,000 to $5 million for projects focused on real-world healthcare outcomes. Multiple funding cycles are available each year. Cycle 1 applications are due May 5, 2026.

This #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor the legacy of those who blazed trails in science and technology. Their constant pursuit for equity serves as a guiding light for our in bridging gaps in access for underserved communities. ✊🏾💙 Together, we're building a healthier, more inclusive future. 🌍

When insurance premiums rise, the impact isn’t abstract. For many households, higher costs mean tougher tradeoffs between rent, medications, and groceries. These aren’t budgeting mistakes. They’re real pressure points people feel immediately.

We’re incredibly proud to share a moment that reflects years of purpose-driven work. Our founder, Dr. @alisterfmartin.bsky.social has been named New York City Health Commissioner. Link Health began with a simple but powerful idea: health care should account for the full reality of people’s lives.

That belief, born in ER waiting rooms and built through community partnerships, now carries forward into one of the largest public health systems in the country. We’re proud of what this moment represents: years of work connecting patients to public benefits, strengthening health equity,

and proving that care paired with access creates stability. As Dr. Martin transitions into public service, Link Health continues forward, grounded in the mission he helped build and focused on serving patients and communities every day. Onward. 💙

There’s nothing better than welcoming new faces to our cohort! 💙 Ready to join us? Apply here: job-boards.greenhouse.io/linkhealth

This Black History Month, we recognize the past and focus on the future. A healthier democracy depends on access, trust, and communities having the tools to thrive. Honoring history also means paying attention to how systems work today and who they serve.

🚨 Big news! 🚨 Our founder, Dr. Martin, has been announced as New York City Health Commissioner. From the ER to building Link Health and A Healthier Democracy, Dr. Martin has always believed that health care must address the whole person, medical needs and social needs together.

Our Patient Navigators across the nation meet on Monday for training and learning better ways to support patients, but they're only really focused on one thing...getting money back into households 📝🕵️‍♀️

When you're explaining that vaccines are safe, effective & backed by decades of research, but they’re still stuck on “what ifs.” It’s hard when misinformation spreads faster than facts, but patient trust starts with honest conversations & evidence. Stay calm, informed & keep showing up with science.

Tobacco use kills nearly 500,000 Americans a year, yet most states spend just a fraction of tobacco revenue on prevention. Raising tobacco taxes by $1.50 per pack could prevent 275,000 deaths and generate $6B in new revenue, but only one state funds prevention at CDC-recommended levels.

Big news, Houston actually Missouri City! 💙🏥 We’re thrilled to welcome Access Health as our newest clinic partner in Fort Bend County. Together, we’ll help even more families access the benefits they deserve. ✨🚀

Eisenhower Fellowships, USA Fellow, 2026 Program A highly selective leadership program that connects innovative mid-career leaders with a global network. The 2026 USA Fellows program seeks American innovators, typically ages 32 to 45, with demonstrated social impact.

We’re back in clinic and are excited to welcome new partners! 💙🏥 Ready for another year of supporting families and connecting patients to SNAP, WIC, healthcare, and more.. Let’s do this! ✨

At A Healthier Democracy, we believe policy is never just paperwork. It decides who gets to heal, who falls through the cracks, and who gets left behind. When access to care depends on administrative hurdles or strict income rules, the impact is real and often invisible until it's too late.

Changes to work requirements and recertification procedures are affecting SNAP, Medicaid, and more. 📄🔄 Understanding the new steps is key to keeping your benefits. We’re here to help. 💙✨

Most laws don’t start with a floor speech. They start with a staffer deciding what makes the one-page summary. Healthcare funding, Medicare rules, public health policy, all shaped long before a vote ever happens.

Our 2025 Impact Report is almost here… 👀✨ Want the first look? Make sure you’re on our newsletter list! 💙📩 Sign up today and don’t miss the big reveal. link-health.org

Last month, federal health agencies announced that all 50 states will receive part of a $50 billion, five-year investment to strengthen rural health care. The first year of awards averages around $200 million per state, aimed at expanding access to care in rural communities,

When premiums say ‘four times’ and your soul leaves your body. 😫

On #MLKDay, we recommit to Dr. King’s vision of equity and dignity for all. ✊🏽💙 At A Healthier Democracy, we work to ensure every family has access to the resources, representation, and opportunities they deserve. 🌍✨

Healthy meals start with access. 🍽️✨ SNAP helps families get the food they need, when they need it. Share this to help more people learn about the program! 💙

Learning health policy isn’t about taking sides, it’s about being prepared to serve your patients. For premeds and med students, understanding how coverage, access, and systems work is part of practicing responsible, informed care.

💙 We’re thrilled to welcome Tatiana Fortune as our new VP of Programs. Tatiana is a proven program & operations leader with a background in social work & nonprofit strategy, known for building people-centered systems that strengthen delivery & drive real impact. We’re excited for what’s ahead. 🚀

HHS now recommends just one HPV shot instead of two for many patients. This change is backed by research showing strong protection against cervical cancer, but access will determine how effective the update really is.

Food insecurity is still a daily challenge in Boston💙We’re honored to receive United Way’s SNAP Rapid Relief grant to support local families. Thanks to this partnership, our team distributed grocery gift cards at our partner site East Boston Neighborhood Health Center. Stay tuned for our next event!

Something new is coming… 👀✨ Stay tuned, our brand-new website is launching soon!

Public health leaders are sounding the alarm as funding rollbacks and policy delays threaten decades of progress in disease prevention, health education, and community care. These shifts don’t just impact data, they affect lives, especially in underserved communities.

Big news! 💙✨ Link Health has received a $10,000 United Response Fund grant to provide emergency food assistance to families across Massachusetts Bay. Grateful for this support as we continue fighting food insecurity in our communities. 🌟 Read full press release here: link-health.org/2025/12/17/l...

Medical debt is rising & insurance premiums could follow. Many families are already facing high out-of-pocket costs, and proposed changes may increase financial pressure even more. Tracking these trends helps us understand how affordability, access, and equity intersect in the U.S. healthcare system

Looking back at last year, the numbers tell an incredible story. Our cohort helped put $586,228 directly back into households. Our Patient Navigators completed 603 applications across 9 programs, adding up to $5,467,819 returned to families who needed it most. 💙 And we’re just getting started.