Health departments must constantly balance funding between hospitals and primary or preventive care. Hospitals are essential because they provide emergency treatment, surgeries, and specialized care for serious illnesses or injuries. Without enough hospital funding, patients may face overcrowding, long wait times, and reduced quality of care. During crises such as pandemics or natural disasters, hospitals…

Income inequality strongly affects how healthcare is distributed in Argentina. The country has a mixed healthcare system that includes public sectors, unions, private sectors, and private payers. While public healthcare is free, the quality of care often depends on a person’s income and location. Higher-income individuals usually have private insurance, allowing them to access faster…

After a long 10-hour plane ride, I was more than ready to finally arrive in Buenos Aires. As soon as we got off the plane, we were welcomed by the Argentina IES team and introduced to my very first Argentinian dessert, an alfajor. It felt like the perfect way to begin the trip. On the…

Hi, I am Lauren Bakosh and I grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, before eventually moving to Canonsburg, Pennsylvania 5 years ago. I am a nursing major, and attend the Greensburg campus of University of Pittsburgh. During the school year, I enjoy participating in many clubs, such as Habitat for Humanity, environmental club, and the student…