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Dec 22 2024HEALTH

Rachel's Surprise: How Childbirth Costs Can Catch You Off Guard

Meet Rachel Kaplan and her husband, Andrew Sheffield, from Arden, North Carolina. Last year, they found out they were expecting a baby and didn't have health insurance. Their doctor suggested they join Sedera, a nonprofit that works like insurance but with less hassle. How does it work? Members cont

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Dec 22 2024CRIME

Why Health Industry Want Mangione Tried Federally?

When it comes to the murder of Brian Thompson, the health insurance industry wants the feds to take the lead. They’re hoping the US Department of Justice will prosecute accused killer Luigi Mangione and show that vigilante crimes won't be tolerated. The federal case began suddenly, surprising both d

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Dec 19 2024CRIME

Manhattan Murder Case: Suspect Faces Federal Charges

A man suspected of killing the CEO of UnitedHealthcare on a Manhattan street is now dealing with federal charges too. This is on top of the state murder charges he already faces. The suspect, Luigi Mangione, is 26 years old. These federal charges come from the U. S. Attorney's Office for the Souther

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Dec 18 2024POLITICS

Why Health Insurance Is Getting Worse: It's Not Just About Greed

You might be blaming health insurance companies for rising costs and denials, but wait. Let's dive deeper. The root of the problem started when politicians made promises they couldn't keep. Back in 2013, before the Affordable Care Act (ACA) took effect, insurers were denying around 1. 5% of claims.

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Why America's Healthcare System Needs a Check-Up

Let's talk about the U. S. healthcare system. It's not working well, and it's not the fault of any one company. The real issue lies in how the system is set up. Other developed countries offer basic healthcare to everyone, and their people are happy to pay taxes for it. But not in the U. S. Here, ma

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Health Insurance Costs: A Looming Crisis for Millions

Imagine having to pay double for your health insurance. That's what could happen to millions of Americans if federal subsidies don't get extended. Andrea Deutsch, the mayor of a small Pennsylvania town, is one of those who could be hit hard. She already pays $638. 38 a month, which is half of what s

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Dec 16 2024BUSINESS

Tesla's China Demand Soars, Analysts Bullish on Stock

Tesla is seeing a surge in vehicle insurance registrations in China, which is a good sign for demand in this key electric vehicle (EV) market. The company's registrations jumped 17% last week, making it one of the best weeks ever for Tesla. This comes as China's demand for Tesla vehicles continues t

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Dec 16 2024POLITICS

Why Are People So Angry at Health Insurance Companies?

Senator Bernie Sanders recently spoke about the tragic murder of a health insurance CEO and the growing frustration people feel towards the industry. He emphasized that violence is never the answer, but acknowledged that many people are upset with how health insurance companies operate. The shootin

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Dec 15 2024CRIME

Famous Filmmaker Moore Reacts to CEO Killing, Says Rage on Health Insurance Industry is justified

Documentary maker, Michael Moore, has spoken openly about the anger people feel towards health insurance companies after the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. He didn’t condemn the public’s reaction. Instead, he said this rage has been a long time coming. “After the CEO's killing, people

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Dec 15 2024BUSINESS

Markel's Insurance Struggles: Can Jana's Push Boost Value?

Markel Group, a financial holding company, is known for its specialty insurance, investments, and a diverse range of businesses under Markel Ventures. Recently, activist investor Jana Partners, led by Barry Rosenstein, has been urging the company to focus more on its insurance operations. Markel's i

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