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Debating Skyrocketing Costs of Long-Term Care: Financial Crisis Looms

TL/DR - The "Dying Broke" series has drawn strong reactions from readers regarding the financial burden of long-term care in the U.S. Many readers have criticized the predominantly for-profit nature of American medicine and long-term care industry, and have suggested solutions such as expanding the government's payments for care, increasing the…

Final Day to Enroll in Affordable Care Act: Key Facts

TL/DR - The deadline to sign up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA), for coverage starting on January 1, 2024, is December 15. More than 40 million Americans are enrolled in the ACA health insurance marketplace, which was designed to give more Americans access to lower-cost health insurance, expand Medicaid, and support new…

Shed 11 Inches off Your Waist: Unveiling the 3-2-1 Method

Discover the 3-2-1 Method for Waist Reduction Introduction to the 3-2-1 Method for Waist Reduction The 3-2-1 method is a gentle exercise routine designed by fitness influencer Courteney Fisher, boasting 1.3 million followers on TikTok. It's ideal for those who feel burned out by traditional High Intensity Interval…

Surprise Medical Costs Shock Even Doctors: A Healthcare Dilemma

TL/DR - The author, a retired physician, recounts his experience of getting a small scalp growth removed, and expresses concern over the excessive cost of the procedure. He notes that the procedure, which was relatively minor, was charged at $10,440, significantly higher than his estimation of $440. He criticizes both the health care providers…