She asked for help. Her doctor dismissed her concerns | The Excerpt

On the Monday, September 21, 2026, episode of The Excerpt podcast: A pregnant mother's struggle with untreated depression became a lasting lesson in what can happen when patients don't feel listened to. Ken Alltucker, a national correspondent for USA Today, discusses new research on healthcare access and why women are more likely to report negative experiences with the healthcare system.

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Women across the US face barriers to getting the healthcare they need, finding affordable coverage, getting appointments with doctors who listen and respond to their concerns, and having a space to discuss their health without stigma can be difficult. This is USA TODAY's The Excerpt. I'm your host, Dana Taylor. USA TODAY National Correspondent Ken Alltucker joins me to discuss new findings on the challenges women face when seeking care. So good to have you here, Ken.

You share the story of a pregnant woman…

Original source: https://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/