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The 'Florida Flip' for Roth Conversions: How to Use a No-Tax State to Lower RMDs

Staring down a massive RMD tax bill at age 75? Relocating to a zero-tax state for a few years could slash your Roth conversion costs. Just beware of the pitfalls.

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Strong demand for free mental health support as kids' centre set to open

New children's mental health centre to open in Tuggeranong.

The Canberra Times

Medicare will soon cover costs of weight-loss drugs. Here’s what you can expect to pay.

The Independent UK

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Medicare's GLP-1 Weight Loss Program Launches July 1 — the Complete Eligibility and Access Guide

The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge launches July 1. Here's the complete eligibility criteria, which drugs qualify, who is excluded, and what doctors need to know about documentation.

Medical Daily

7 Key Financial Steps to Take Before You File for a Gray Divorce

Contemplating a gray divorce? Before calling in the lawyers, take time to understand your financial situation and the impact of dividing assets later in life.

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Avoiding the Widows' Penalty Tax Trap After a Spouse Passes

Many surviving spouses are surprised to discover that losing a partner can mean paying higher taxes on less income.

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Billionaire Mark Cuban Says If We Fined Insurance Companies and Providers $100 Each Time They Overbilled, ‘We Could Pay Off the National Debt’

Cuban believes $100 fines for insurance overbilling and wrongful denials could pay off U.S. debt. Here’s what federal data shows about healthcare billing errors.

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A Telehealth Mental Health Company Billed Medicaid for Visits That Never Happened — And It Is Not Alone

Aptihealth paid $300,000 June 23 to settle billing for no-show telehealth mental health visits. The DOJ's 2026 fraud takedown charged 455 defendants. Here's what patients should know.

Medical Daily

How High Earners Can Get Through the Income Tax Maze

Income tax rules are more complex than ever, even more so for those earning between $150,000 and $500,000. The solution? Active and intentional tax management.

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Free Cancer Tests at Health Fairs Could Be Part of a Medicare Fraud Scheme, Officials Warn

Free cancer test offers at health fairs may be Medicare fraud. A 2026 OIG report found genetic tests = 43% of Medicare lab billing. Here's how to spot it and report it.

Medical Daily

Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Could Permanently Change What Americans Pay for Prescriptions

CMS proposed making Medicare drug price negotiation permanent on June 12, 2026. Here is what the proposal means for prescription costs, which drugs are covered, and what comes next.

Medical Daily

5 Assets You Should Sell First in Retirement (If You Need the Cash)

Don't raid your nest egg for unexpected bills. From brokerage accounts to underutilized lifestyle vehicles, here is how to unlock cash without jeopardizing your future.

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New FDA-Approved Blood Tests Can Detect Alzheimer's Before Symptoms Worsen, but Access Remains Limited

Two FDA-approved blood tests can now detect Alzheimer's early, but Medicare doesn't cover pre-symptom screening and access gaps remain severe. Here's what you need to know.

Medical Daily

Congress Extends Medicare Telehealth Through 2027 as CONNECT for Health Act Pushes Permanent Reform

Although telehealth use has declined from its pandemic peak, it remains nearly twice as common among traditional Medicare beneficiaries as it was before 2020, reflecting...

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$10 Billion Medicare Billing Scheme Allegedly Inflated Premiums for Millions of Americans

Medicare wound care skin substitute billing swelled from $256M to $10B in five years through fraud and abuse. Here's how it raised your Part B premiums and what changed in 2026.

Medical Daily

One Blood Test Could Detect 50 Cancers at Once — the FDA Decision That Could Change Screening Forever

GRAIL's Galleri blood test may detect up to 50 cancers in one vial. The FDA is reviewing a premarket approval application submitted in January 2026. Here's what you need to know.

Medical Daily

Medicare's New $50 Weight Loss Drug Program Starts July 1 — but the Fine Print Could Surprise You

Medicare's GLP-1 Bridge starts July 1, 2026, with $50/month copays. But there are major fine-print limitations seniors need to know before signing up. Here's what to check.

The Guardian - AU

1 July changes: minimum wage rises, payday super, parental leave tweaks and everything else coming for 2026–27

New financial year will also see a tax cut, more anti-price-gouging measures and SMS sender ID changes designed to protect against scam texts

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Don’t Wait Until 2033: The Ugly Medicare Trust Fund Truths Missing From Your Budget

Retirement planning often feels like balancing on shifting ground, especially when healthcare costs enter the picture. Medicare plays a central role in that balance, yet its funding structure rarely gets a close look until headlines raise questions. The latest projections from federal reports, including the CMS Office of the Actuary…

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Is Globe Life Stock Outperforming the Dow?

Globe Life has outperformed the Dow over the past year, and analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

The Conversation

‘Good teeth, you’re deadly inside and outside’: here’s what Indigenous people told us about oral health

When it comes to health care in Australia, the mouth is too often considered separate to the rest of the body. Medicare doesn’t cover a trip to the dentist in the same way it covers other types of health care.

The Economic Times

Health care fraud: Medicare fraud worth over $6.5 billion exposed as Justice Department announces criminal charges against 455 people

Healthcare fraud has been a long-running Justice Department priority and news conferences announcing roundups and crackdowns have been common occurrences across the years.

The Independent UK

DOJ charges 455 in $6.5B healthcare fraud crackdown

In Florida, a heart doctor, Jason Finkelstein, 53, faces charges in an $89 million healthcare fraud scheme

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The $50 GLP-1 Bridge: How to Get Affordable Weight-Loss Meds Starting July 1

Beginning July 1, qualifying Medicare recipients will be able to take weight-loss drugs for $50 per month through the new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program. However,...

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New Study Finds Homeowners Over Age 65 Lose $20K When Selling Their Homes

Older homeowners are getting less for their homes when they sell, according to a new study, raising important questions about retirement income and taxes.

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