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healthcare provider shortages
Coverage of healthcare provider shortages in the Nexus archive.
- Federal Loan Caps Add Barriers — And Likely Debt — for Healthcare Students
Federal loan caps for graduate students, enacted in 2025, aim to reduce student debt and pressure schools to lower tuition but may force healthcare students to rely on private lenders with higher interest rates. Experts warn this could limit career options, exacerbate healthcare provider shortages, and reduce workforce diversity.