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TL/DR - The author outlines her difficulties in accessing the latest COVID-19 vaccine for her family, despite being insured. She describes the difficulties in locating a provider, even after securing appointments online, and the confusion between pharmacy and medical benefits leading to unexpected costs. The author warns that the health insurance…

TL/DR - The billions of dollars spent by the US government to arm Ukraine and replenish its own military stocks have not yet significantly boosted job numbers due to logistical challenges faced by defense manufacturers. The manufacturers have struggled to hire in a tight labor market, untangle supply chain issues, and restart outdated production…

TL/DR - The Senate Finance Committee is set to vote on legislation that includes substance abuse, mental health policies, and reforms to drug middlemen’s business practices on November 8, according to health care lobbyists. The proposed law is expected to feature a provision easing the process for state Medicaid programs to cover services for…

Finding Motivation to Workout: The Challenge If you’re like many, finding the motivation to work out can be challenging. Perhaps you struggle to get out of bed when your alarm rings, or perhaps you find it hard to keep your workout plans once your workday is over. Many of us know the feeling of wanting to relax and watch a new episode of our…