1 in 10 Americans have a rare disease, and half of those patients are children. For parents of children with rare diseases, advocacy can be a full-time job, and the results are life or death.

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Trump's reconciliation law slashes the amount of money given to states' Medicaid programs. Now states have to decide which programs to cut.

Families of children with disabilities are terrified.

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Fertility care coverage and child care benefits are among the most expensive for companies. But they're also some of the most sought-after perks for millennials, who represent the largest segment of the U.S. workforce.

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Pat Archer switched to part-time work for a decade when she was a single mom. Now, she's not sure she can retire.

"When women have children, they do miss out," she said.

"I'm 72 and I don't see when I'm going to stop working."

Life update: Today is my first day with USA TODAY!

I am so grateful for my time at The Cincinnati Enquirer and everything I've learned from the amazing journalists there. I really feel like I grew up in that newsroom.

What's my new beat? Here's a hint:

Rory in the snow 🥹❄️❤️

ahh, to stay forever in my pink Pilates princess catwalk pop era. every girl’s dream (but actually) #spotifywrapped

it’s only right that my first post here be a pic of sweet Rory. expect more of this, plus education news, Swiftie theories & other silly thoughts from yours truly on this account! 🦋