As Medicaid unwinds, more and more Americans are going without health coverage. But there are options for affordable coverage.
Hurricane Helene Wreaked Havoc on the South — And, Potentially, Its Insurance Market
With damages potentially reaching $110 billion, homeowners may be left fighting for coverage from an already cash-strapped industry.
With damages potentially reaching $110 billion, homeowners may be left fighting for coverage from an already cash-strapped industry.
Vet Care Costs Are on the Rise — And So Is Going Into Debt to Pay for Them
Advances in technology mean more ways to extend your pet’s life, but access to health care means more debt for doting pet parents.
Advances in technology mean more ways to extend your pet’s life, but access to health care means more debt for doting pet parents.
As Laws Shift, Trans People May Have to Travel for Gender-Affirming Care — At Their Own Cost
A hot-button issue for politicians, laws around care for trans adults and youth result in increased travel costs for patients.
A hot-button issue for politicians, laws around care for trans adults and youth result in increased travel costs for patients.
Avoid Winter Woes — And Insurance Claims — With These 4 Home Maintenance Steps
Fortunately, there are a few steps you can take to get your house set up for the upcoming season and lower your chances of damage.
Fortunately, there are a few steps you can take to get your house set up for the upcoming season and lower your chances of damage.
Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Are on the Rise. Does Health Insurance Cover Them?
Previously only a concern for international travelers, some diseases like malaria and West Nile Virus are popping up in the United States.
Previously only a concern for international travelers, some diseases like malaria and West Nile Virus are popping up in the United States.
Americans Retire Later — And Get Fewer Benefits — Than Retirees in Other Countries
A declining birthrate and aging population puts Social Security benefits in jeopardy for future generations.
A declining birthrate and aging population puts Social Security benefits in jeopardy for future generations.
COVID-19 Infections Are on the Rise This Summer, but Illness Remains Mild
FLiRTY variants are causing an uptick in infections across the country, particularly in the West.
FLiRTY variants are causing an uptick in infections across the country, particularly in the West.
As Temperatures Increase, so Does Melanoma
Researchers site five reasons for increased rates of skin cancer — including climate change.
Researchers site five reasons for increased rates of skin cancer — including climate change.
Worsening Weather Means More Storm-Related Losses — And Costlier Insurance
It’s not just our imaginations: The weather really is getting worse — and measurably so.
It’s not just our imaginations: The weather really is getting worse — and measurably so.
Biden Administration Proposes to Ban Medical Debt From Credit Score Calculations
The new proposal can help consumers struggling with medical debt raise their credit score by an estimated 20 points.
The new proposal can help consumers struggling with medical debt raise their credit score by an estimated 20 points.
Americans Pay More for Health Care Than Anyone Else — And Private Equity May Explain Why
Years of eliminating competition has driven up prices for patients.
Years of eliminating competition has driven up prices for patients.
Insurers Are Using Drones to Look at Your Roof — And Potentially Drop Your Coverage
While aerial footage provides more access for insurers, customers say they’re only getting half the picture.
While aerial footage provides more access for insurers, customers say they’re only getting half the picture.
Fake Botox Points to a Bigger Problem With Counterfeit Drugs
As counterfeit drugs are on the rise, patients seeking care for a lower cost may fall victim.
As counterfeit drugs are on the rise, patients seeking care for a lower cost may fall victim.
Hurricane Season Is Here — And NOAA Says It’s a Bad One
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is urging residents in hurricane-prone areas to prepare for an "above-average" season.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is urging residents in hurricane-prone areas to prepare for an “above-average” season.
Ozempic Leads to Weight Loss — Can It Aid Fertility, Too?
Anecdotal evidence suggests the popular weight loss drug can boost fertility, but doctors warn against unknown side effects.
Anecdotal evidence suggests the popular weight loss drug can boost fertility, but doctors warn against unknown side effects.