On a larger note, the Arizona Department of Health Services has issued a cease and desist order to St. Luke's Behavioral Health Center, furloughing most of its employees, and the state has revoked the facility's license citing serious concerns, the details of which have not been released. This sudden closure has many questioning the future of mental health services in the area and the impact it will have on the patients who rely on St. Luke's for treatment.
Veteran health reporter Stephanie Inez of The Arizona Republic joins “Arizona Horizon” to discuss the reasons for the closure, the impact on employees and patients, and what the future holds for the facility.
As the situation unfolds, the decision raises serious questions about oversight of behavioral health services in Arizona and the state's efforts to address these challenges.
