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Americans grow more fearful about retirement ahead of Social Security cuts taking hold in under a decade

Social Security’s delicate situation puts those nearing retirement in the next decade in a tough spot

The Independent UK

14% Of ACA Enrollees Miss Premium Payments As Costs Surge, Federal Data Shows

New federal data points to growing payment lapses among Affordable Care Act participants as insurance costs climb and subsidy support winds down.

International Business Times

Number of Americans turning to AI for health advice revealed in new poll

One doctor likened the AI tools as an upgraded version of Google health searches

The Independent UK

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Thousands of Immigrant Seniors Face Medicare Cutoff Despite Years of Contributions: 'This Is Not How I Imagined Getting Old'

The Trump administration and Republican lawmakers have defended the measure as a way to reduce federal spending and limit benefits for noncitizens

Latin Times

Undocumented Immigrants in Texas Are Increasingly Avoiding Hospitals for Fear of Detention: 'It's Not Worth the Risk'

From November 2024 to August, Texas State data shows hospital visits dropped from about 30,000 to just over 20,000

Latin Times

Democrats eye 2028 for bigger health care push

As Democrats vie to take control of Congress in the midterms this fall, their main message on health care policy is fairly straightforward: Undo Republicans’ Medicaid cuts and restore the health care subsidies that lapsed at the end of last year. But some analysts and lawmakers say momentum is growing…

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Senate Democrats call on CMS to rein in Medicare Advantage abuses

A group of Democratic senators led by Elizabeth Warren is pushing the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to rein in abuses from Medicare Advantage insurers as the Trump administration considers a policy that would enroll more seniors in the program. The senators allege that Medicare Advantage is rife with…

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Fewer Undocumented Immigrants in Texas Are Seeking Medical Care Out of Fear of Immigration Enforcement: Report

When Gov. Greg Abbott introduced his executive order in 2024, he argued the change would provide a clearer picture of how much money Texas hospitals spend caring for undocumented immigrants.

Latin Times

“Don’t take me to the hospital”: Undocumented immigrants in Texas are delaying medical care

Since Gov. Greg Abbott ordered Texas hospitals to start asking patients for their citizenship status in November 2024, reported visits by undocumented immigrants have dropped.

The Texas Tribune

Nearly one in 10 Americans on Obamacare dropped healthcare insurance this year because of cost spikes

Of those who opted to stay on their ACA plans, most reported steep cost increases, the poll found

The Independent UK

Millions of ACA Healthcare Plan Enrollees Uninsured After Enhanced Subsidies End

Americans are getting uninsured or plan to drop their healthcare insurance coverage due to higher premiums after the expiry of enhanced ACA subsidies.

International Business Times UK

RFK Jr downplays vaccine changes while Trump allies admit ‘politically risky’ liability ahead of midterms: report

Americans who know of Kennedy’s vaccine policy changes think they will harm youth health, polling suggests

The Independent UK

‘Mexico City’ policy expansion to affect estimated $40B in aid

Newly expanded rule requires foreign partners to agree not to promote “gender ideology” or diversity, equity and inclusion activities.

Roll Call

Families are turning to thoughts and prayers as health insurance premiums hit crippling highs

‘Our 2025 plan went up nearly $300 per month, and my husband and I are freelance musicians/teachers with low income, so we don’t have that kind of extra money,’ one policyholder said

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Bills are high - but health care costs now the most worrying issue for Americans

About a third of new poll’s respondents said they were ‘very worried’ about being able to afford health care

The Guardian - US

Fight over US healthcare subsidies stuck on familiar snag: abortion

Republicans refuse to advance without more restrictions on abortion coverage – Democrats say that’s a nonstarter

Kiplinger

Will Soaring Health Care Premiums Tank Your Early Retirement?

If you're under 65 and want to retire soon, your plan may be derailed by skyrocketing ACA marketplace premiums. Here's what you can do.

International Business Times UK

Obamacare Premiums Jump 114% Overnight — Why 4.8 Million Americans May Drop Coverage in 2026

Enhanced Obamacare subsidies expired overnight, triggering a 114% average premium spike for over 20 million Americans. Analysts warn 4.8 million may drop coverage entirely.

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6 Medicare Advantage Benefits That Shrink After Enrollment Locks

Every year, millions of seniors sign up for Medicare Advantage (MA) plans during the fall Open Enrollment Period, drawn by flashy advertisements promising $0 premiums...

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Are Affordable Care Act Subsidies at Risk? What It Means for Your Wallet

Here's what you need to know about the current status of ACA subsidies and what may change, since Congress didn't implement a solution.

The Texas Tribune

With ACA subsidies set to expire, Texas Republicans in Congress remain hazy about path forward

Texas’ entire House GOP delegation voted this week for a health care package that lets the tax credits lapse. They will be forced to vote on a three-year extension of the subsidies in January.

The Independent UK

Pandemic-era healthcare subsidies are set to expire soon. Here’s what that means for you

Some of those enrolled in Obamacare health plans could see their premiums rise $24,604 per year

The Independent UK

Struggling with medical costs? You’re not alone

A staggering number of US adults struggling to cover medical costs, with nearly one in three curtailing medication use to make ends meet

The Guardian - US

Obamacare expiration will have ‘death spiral’ effect on US healthcare – experts

End of subsidies after failed legislation will have serious and damaging impact on entire sector, policy experts say

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Where Inflation Hit the Middle Class Hardest in 2025

Some areas have been hit harder than others, especially for middle-class households. This includes food, housing, healthcare and child care costs.

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