Criminally Ill: Systemic Failures Turn State Mental Hospi...

What’s Happening

Real talk: There has been a steep rise in the share of people with severe mental illnesses being sent to state psychiatric hospitals on court orders after being accused of serious crimes.

The shift has all but halted patients’ ability to get care before they have a catastrophic crisis. (let that sink in)

Why This Matters

This is the kind of health news that affects everyday decisions.

Health experts are weighing in on what this means for people.

The Bottom Line

This story is still developing, and we’ll keep you updated as more info drops.

What do you think about all this?