Healthcare real estate investment trust Medical Properties Trust (NYSE: MPW) has been in the news a lot. The stock's dividend has been popular with investors, but it suffered a significant cut in September.

It still yields nearly 13% at the new payout amount, which begs the question of whether you can trust the stock or if investors are headed for further trouble even with shares this low. The stock is down over 80% from its former high.

When looking at the facts, the best course of action is clear. Here is what investors need to know.

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