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Idaho Restores Funding After Deaths Linked to Medical Neglect

4/7/2026

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Lorenzo Pahvitse-Rodriguez, a member of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, died after neglecting medical care following dental surgery.
The death was the first of several tied to the loss of home visits and medical support.
Other individuals also died from health issues exacerbated by the lack of care.
Idaho legislators voted to restore funding for the assertive community treatment program.

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Story summary

Lorenzo Pahvitse-Rodriguez, a member of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, died after neglecting medical care following dental surgery.
The death was the first of several tied to the loss of home visits and medical support.
Other individuals also died from health issues exacerbated by the lack of care.
Idaho legislators voted to restore funding for the assertive community treatment program.