New Mexico's Attorney General, Raúl Torrez, has initiated an investigation into Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces over allegations of denying care to indigent and low-income patients, particularly cancer patients, and prioritizing profit over patient well-being. The investigation aims to determine if the hospital violated state laws by turning away those in need of care. Torrez emphasized the importance of not denying treatment based on financial resources or insurance coverage. Former nurse Barbara Quarrell shared her experience of being denied care at the hospital after a cancer diagnosis. The investigation also includes probing into potential retaliatory actions by the hospital against individuals speaking out. Memorial Medical Center expressed surprise at the investigation and stated its commitment to cooperating fully with the inquiry.