The Health and Law Immigrant Solidarity Network, consisting of health care providers and legal professionals, sent an open letter signed by over 400 individuals to major health care networks in Massachusetts. The letter emphasizes urgent measures to protect immigrant patients' access to healthcare, which has been jeopardized by recent anti-immigrant policies. Founded by Lara Jirmanus, the network aims to raise awareness and advocate for safe healthcare environments free from immigration enforcement fears. Its public stance highlights the importance of patient privacy and the need for hospitals to support immigrant populations in their communities.
"Amid a barrage of dehumanizing rhetoric and new anti-immigrant policies, knowing that immigration agents may target healthcare facilities is already harming the health of immigrants..."
"We want as much as possible to be able to help our immigrant communities feel confident in accessing healthcare without fear of deportation..."
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