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87% of Americans Want Politicians To Do Something Before Social Security Runs Out of Money

Entitlement reform has long been considered a third rail in American politics, but that perspective might be changing.

Reason · Nov 1, 2023

'Groceries or the doctor': bulk-billing incentives begin

'A long way to go in strengthening Medicare.'

Newcastle Herald · Nov 1, 2023

Financial boost for GPs to increase bulk billing

The bulk-billing incentive for doctors will be tripled in a targeted bid to enable more children, pensioners and healthcare card holders to see a GP for free.

AAP · Oct 31, 2023

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Medicare to Broaden Access to Mental Health Care in 2024

Medicare is set to expand its coverage of mental health care services in 2024. Here's what you need to know.

Kiplinger · Oct 31, 2023

With Mike Johnson, incels seize the GOP

The Louisiana congressman's career has been centered around his bitter obsession with other people's sex lives

Salon · Oct 30, 2023

5 common—and costly—Medicare Open Enrollment mistakes

As millions of current and new Medicare beneficiaries evaluate the insurance that’s right for them, an expert offers some suggestions to avoid costly errors.

Fortune · Oct 28, 2023

Is a Medicare Advantage Plan Right for You?

MA plans add benefits that original Medicare lacks, often for $0 premiums. The catch? There are significant downsides to consider.

Kiplinger · Oct 27, 2023

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Johnson was top lawyer for hate group

Johnson was a leader for Alliance Defending Freedom, which wrote the abortion ban that led to the downfall of “Roe"

Salon · Oct 26, 2023

Mike Johnson pushed big Medicare cuts

"It's right on his website"

Salon · Oct 26, 2023

Poorer Australian regions lose out in ‘flawed’ allocation of doctors, GP body says

System of identifying shortages leads to skewing of resources towards wealthier areas, according to Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2023

How to enroll in Medicare: A simple step by step sign up guide to walk you through it

A step-by-step guide through the Medicare online enrollment process.

Fortune · Oct 26, 2023

Answering the call: Montana volunteers try to fill rural EMT gap - Roll Call

When a ground ambulance company pulled out of a rural Montana county, volunteers stepped in to fill the void.

Roll Call · Oct 26, 2023

Johnson cements "extreme MAGA takeover"

Johnson's win marks the first time the GOP has unanimously elected a speaker since elevating John Boehner in 2011

Salon · Oct 25, 2023

Medicare will negotiate drug prices with Big Pharma for the first time. Here’s how your prescription costs might change

Drug price negotiations will likely be a much bigger deal for the federal government than for many of Medicare’s 65.7 million beneficiaries.

Fortune · Oct 25, 2023

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The Guardian - US · Oct 25, 2023

Election denier, climate skeptic, anti-abortion: seven beliefs of new US House speaker Mike Johnson

The relatively little-known Louisiana Republican has been thrust into the spotlight and the attention has fallen on his extreme beliefs

The Conversation · Oct 25, 2023

How can I get some sleep? Which treatments actually work?

This article is the next in The Conversation’s six-part series on insomnia, which charts the rise of insomnia during industrialisation to sleep apps today. Read other articles in the series here.

The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023

Watch for these 3 Medigap shopping surprises to avoid overpaying

Medicare Supplement Insurance, or Medigap, can help pay for Medicare Part A and/or Part B copays, coinsurance and deductibles, but shopping for plans isn’t always straightforward

Capital & Main · Oct 24, 2023

Californians of Color Disproportionately Suffer From Late Detection of Dementia

Doctors, family and community all have a role in ensuring critical early treatment.

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Pedestrian.tv · Oct 23, 2023

Doctors Visits Could Soon Cost More Than $100 As If Cozzie Livs Couldn’t Get Any Worse

It is the third recommended increase this year.

The Conversation · Oct 23, 2023

As treasurer, Bill Hayden set Labor on the path to economic rationalism

Former Labor leader and governor-general Bill Hayden, whose death was announced on Saturday, is rightly being remembered for introducing Australia’s first universal healthcare scheme Medibank, which lives on today as Medicare.

Salon · Oct 22, 2023

WeightWatchers embraces Ozempic

The weight loss company is embracing blockbuster weight-loss drugs, but customers and health experts aren't happy

StockNews.com · Oct 19, 2023

3 Medical Stock Winners to Buy

The medical industry is positioned for growth due to rising healthcare costs, increased chronic diseases, and growing demand for quality healthcare. To that end, it could be wise to add fundamentally strong medical stocks Humana (HUM), Molina Healthcare (MOH), and Centene (CNC). Read more….

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 18, 2023

For Medicare open enrollment, here’s what’s new, what seniors should consider for their health coverage

It runs through Dec. 7, with potentially dozens of options to choose from, including traditional Medicare and privately run Medicare Advantage plans.

WEKU · Oct 17, 2023

Medicare Advantage keeps growing. Tiny, rural hospitals say that's a huge problem

More than half of seniors choose private Medicare Advantage plans instead of traditional Medicare. As rural enrollment increases, many small-town hospitals say that threatens their viability.

WEKU · Oct 16, 2023

Medicare shoppers often face a barrage of unsolicited calls and aggressive ads

Medicare's annual open enrollment period began Oct. 15, allowing seniors to choose new plans. New rules this year are supposed to crack down on misleading marketing but buyers should still beware.

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