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Health
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Health cover hikes to hit families for up to 600 as premiums rise again

VHI, Laya Healthcare and Irish Life Health raised plan costs this week, pushing consumer premiums higher with cumulative increases up to 27% on renewal.
Health
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Revealed: How much extra families face paying for health insurance as series of price hikes effective from today

Health insurance premiums from VHI, Laya Healthcare and Irish Life Health are rising, increasing renewal costs by up to 27% for consumers.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
Health

Revealed: How much extra families face paying for health insurance as series of price hikes effective from today

Public health
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

'Ghost networks': How insurance errors endanger California patients

Inaccurate insurer provider directories create 'ghost networks' that prevent patients from finding in-network specialists, delaying or jeopardizing timely care.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Marjorie Taylor Greene Admits the American People Are Still Hurting Under Trump: Costs Have Not Come Down'

High cost of living and health insurance persist under President Trump, causing financial strain and hopelessness among many Americans, especially younger adults.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Sen. Jeanne Shaheen: Lawmakers must find 'common ground' to end the government shutdown

Sen. Jeanne Shaheen urged bipartisan action to reopen the government while protecting ACA subsidies to prevent millions from losing insurance and health-system damage.
Public health
fromNews Center
2 weeks ago

Black Adults Face Heart Failure Nearly 14 Years Earlier than White Patients - News Center

Black adults are hospitalized for heart failure nearly 14 years earlier than white adults, with disparities tied to insurance, unemployment, and education.
Health
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 weeks ago

Why Open Enrollment Matters: A Financial Planning Opportunity - San Francisco Bay Times

Use open enrollment as an annual financial reset to optimize health benefits, tax-advantaged accounts (HSA/FSA), and retirement contributions based on health, timing, and life stage.
Public health
fromNature
1 month ago

Hotly anticipated US vaccine meeting ends with confusion - and a few decisions

A US vaccine advisory panel declined to recommend COVID-19 vaccines broadly, advising individual decision-making with healthcare providers and raising access and insurance concerns.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Life in Germany: Free universities and paid vacations? DW 09/17/2025

Germany provides largely tuition-free public university education and mandatory public health insurance options, with modest student fees and employer-shared insurance contributions.
US news
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Colorado coach Deion Sanders wants pay equality in the College Football Playoff. Here's his proposal

Pay College Football Playoff players for participating and reward winners, while introducing clearer structure for player deals, NIL payments, and health insurance.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Trump admin. quietly bans federal health insurance from covering gender-affirming care

The Trump administration is banning federal health insurance from covering gender-affirming care for all ages.
US news
fromAol
2 months ago

Best job markets in the US

Bend, OR ranks as the best job market with low unemployment, high income growth, and short commute times.
fromApaonline
2 months ago

AI, Wicked Problems, and Health Care Distributive Justice

Healthcare spending in the US reached $5.1 trillion in 2024, accounting for 18.2% of GDP, and is projected to rise to $7.2 trillion by 2031.
Philosophy
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Buffett's $1.6 Billion Bet on UnitedHealth: Is It Finally Time to Buy the Dip?

Berkshire Hathaway revealed a new 5 million-share stake in UnitedHealth Group valued at $1.6 billion, causing a 10% increase in UNH's premarket stock price.
Healthcare
#medicaid-cuts
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
Public health

Legionnaires' outbreak in Harlem exposes grim future risks for NYC as steep Medicaid cuts loom | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
Public health

Legionnaires' outbreak in Harlem exposes grim future risks for NYC as steep Medicaid cuts loom | amNewYork

Cancer
fromAll Singles And Married
2 months ago

Critical Illness Insurance for Cancer Patients: Your Financial Lifeline During a Tough Diagnosis

Critical illness insurance serves as a financial safety net for cancer patients, ensuring they can focus on health and recovery.
#medicaid
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
US politics

People Have Little Sympathy For This MAGA Guy Who Accidentally Voted To Cut His Kid's Health Insurance

fromWIRED
3 months ago
US politics

Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' Would Leave Millions Without Health Insurance

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
US politics

People Have Little Sympathy For This MAGA Guy Who Accidentally Voted To Cut His Kid's Health Insurance

fromWIRED
3 months ago
US politics

Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' Would Leave Millions Without Health Insurance

Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

The Big Squeeze - how our runaway costs could see you 2,500 worse off this year

Consumers are facing continuous price increases in essential goods and services, impacting their finances significantly.
California
fromKqed
2 months ago

Stargazers Treated To Star Party In Central Valley | KQED

A 'star party' event in Kerman attracted over 400 participants to view celestial sights through powerful telescopes.
#venus-williams
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Oops, Turns Out Trump's Megabill Actually Increased the Deficit

The Congressional Budget Office predicts that the megabill Trump signed on July 4 would increase the federal deficit by $3.4 trillion and cause ten million people to lose health insurance.
US politics
Health
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

7 lessons I learned about end-of-life planning when my mother died, as a financial advisor

Melissa Shaw learned vital lessons about end-of-life planning while caring for her terminally ill mother, emphasizing the importance of Medigap and healthcare proxies.
#unitedhealth
fromTruthout
3 months ago
Health

New Expose Reveals How the US's Largest Health Insurer Silences Its Critics

UnitedHealth employs intimidation tactics to silence critics and suppress scrutiny of its practices.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago
Healthcare

UnitedHealth Group CEO steps down; suspends 2025 outlook on higher-than-expected medical costs

UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty is leaving for personal reasons, while Stephen Hemsley steps in as CEO amidst rising medical costs.
Healthcare
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago

UnitedHealth Group CEO steps down; suspends 2025 outlook on higher-than-expected medical costs

UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty is leaving for personal reasons, while Stephen Hemsley steps in as CEO amidst rising medical costs.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Why the health care lobby failed to stop cuts to Medicaid funding

Republican lawmakers prioritized Trump’s preferences over health industry warnings about Medicaid cuts, resulting in significant losses for health coverage.
Health
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Why a new opioid alternative is out of reach for some pain patients

A new non-opioid painkiller, Journavx, offers hope for chronic pain sufferers, but insurance limitations hinder access.
fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

Why work-life balance in Germany ranks among the best in the world

Germany's work-life balance is bolstered by generous statutory leave days. Full-time workers are entitled to a minimum of 20 paid vacation days annually, with many receiving 25 or 30.
Germany news
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

President Trump plans to sign his tax and spending cut bill at the White House July 4 picnic

President Trump will sign a tax and spending cut package into law, securing Republican support and impacting health and welfare programs.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

They Didn't Have to Do This

Congress is about to impose massive harm on tens of millions of Americans—taking away their health insurance, reducing welfare benefits, raising energy costs—to benefit a handful of wealthy individuals.
US politics
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Nearly 12 million people would lose health insurance under Senate GOP bill

The Senate Republicans' tax bill could slash $1.1 trillion from health provisions by 2034, leading to an estimated 11.8 million people losing their health insurance.
US politics
#affordable-care-act
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

California's much-touted IVF law may be delayed until 2026

California's IVF insurance coverage law implementation is delayed, affecting millions relying on the coverage planned for July 1, now pushed to January 2026.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

The paperwork trap: A sneaky way to cut Medicaid in the 'One Big Beautiful Bill'?

Republicans aim to cut taxes and address federal debt but face a dilemma over popular Medicaid cuts; their solution is to impose work requirements.
Right-wing politics
Travel
fromGamintraveler
3 months ago

Traveling Without This? The Health Insurance Mistake That Could Cost You Thousands

Travel health insurance is crucial for protecting against unexpected medical expenses abroad.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 months ago

Supreme Court order gives religious organizations new chance to challenge New York abortion rule

The Supreme Court directed a New York court to reconsider the exemption status of certain religious organizations under a state regulation on abortion coverage.
Brooklyn
fromThe Local Germany
4 months ago

What are your responsibilities as a foreign resident in Germany?

For foreign residents in Germany, there are obligations that mirror those of German citizens, while others are specific to foreigners, particularly regarding taxes and health insurance.
Germany politics
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
4 months ago

How many in California and the Bay Area could be affected by Affordable Care Act changes?

Covered California enrollment shows significant growth, but potential policy changes could drastically increase uninsured rates.
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Luigi Mangione's alleged diary entries reveal UnitedHealthcare CEO 'had it coming'

Six weeks before the murder, suspect Luigi Mangione expressed his desire to assassinate UnitedHealthcare's CEO, alleging greed in the health insurance industry.
Black Lives Matter
fromtime.com
4 months ago

America's Dental Health Is in Trouble

Dr. Suzanne Fournier expresses deep concern over the deteriorating state of oral health care leading to severe health risks, especially for children without adequate dental coverage.
Healthcare
#tax-reform
fromFast Company
4 months ago
US politics

Trump's big bill will add $2.4 trillion to deficit and leave 10.9 million more uninsured, CBO warns

Trump's tax bill will cut taxes by $3.75 trillion but increase deficits by $2.4 trillion over the next decade, per CBO analysis.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
US politics

Trump tax bill will add $2.4 trillion to the deficit, CBO says

Trump's tax bill may reduce federal spending but will significantly increase deficits and uninsured rates.
US politics
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Trump's big bill will add $2.4 trillion to deficit and leave 10.9 million more uninsured, CBO warns

Trump's tax bill will cut taxes by $3.75 trillion but increase deficits by $2.4 trillion over the next decade, per CBO analysis.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

CNN's Daniel Dale Calls BS on Trump Over Big Beautiful Bill: Trump Supporters May Lose Coverage'

The reality is that this bill does cut Medicaid and would result in some Americans, undoubtedly including some Trump supporters, losing health insurance.
US politics
#california
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
California

Chabria: Newsom isn't backing down on health care for immigrants despite threats

California's commitment to undocumented immigrants' health insurance despite budget cuts underscores its values amid federal challenges.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago
Healthcare

Commentary: California isn't backing down on healthcare for immigrants, despite Trump threats

California's commitment to undocumented immigrant health insurance reflects its values and economic reliance, despite budget constraints and federal penalties.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Chabria: Newsom isn't backing down on health care for immigrants despite threats

California's commitment to undocumented immigrants' health insurance despite budget cuts underscores its values amid federal challenges.
Privacy professionals
fromDatabreaches
5 months ago

Breachforums Boss "Pompompurin" to Pay $700k in Healthcare Breach

A former Breachforums administrator will forfeit $700,000 to settle a lawsuit related to stolen health data.
Conor Brian Fitzpatrick faces additional legal consequences, including resentencing for his criminal charges.
Alternative medicine
fromWIRED
5 months ago

Patients Are Left With Few Options as GLP-1 Copycats Disappear

Access to weight loss medications like Ozempic and Zepbound is uncertain for many as compounded versions exit the market with drug supply stabilization.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

People Who Are Salaried Are Crying': Taxes on Workers Add to Debt Misery

The increased payroll taxes are one element of President William Ruto's desperate bid to raise revenue to keep the government running and pay off Kenya's staggering foreign debt.
Non-profit organizations
Healthcare
fromFast Company
5 months ago

These breakthrough gene therapies cost millions of dollars. Is a mortgage model the secret to paying for them?

Insurers' refusal to cover innovative gene therapies for conditions like sickle cell disease jeopardizes patient access, necessitating creative financing solutions.
#privacy
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

Is retiring at 56 with $5 million too risky because of the market?

Early retirement poses risks but can be managed with adequate savings.
Market volatility shouldn't derail retirement plans if assets are well allocated.
Consulting a financial advisor can provide guidance for retirement decisions.
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