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Filling the gaps: Why Canada still needs a public dental health plan despite decades of medicare

Canadians pride ourselves on our health-care system, especially in comparison with our neighbours to the south. But there are significant gaps in coverage. Nearly one-third of Canadians do not have dental insurance, and that number climbs to 50 per cent for lower-income Canadians. Without dental care, minor issues like cavities…

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Meet the candidates for four Hunter seats

The region's 32 candidates tell us about their background.

Newcastle Herald

Scott Morrison's use of 'blessed' thrust NDIS back into spotlight, raising questions neither side is prepared to answer

A political scuffle over the Prime Minister's clumsy use of the word "blessed" has thrust the NDIS back into the spotlight and triggered important questions about the scheme's sustainability. However, they are questions that neither side of politics is yet prepared to answer.

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Control eludes Morrison as negative issues for the Coalition pile up

Just when Anthony Albanese was getting his campaigning traction, he’s been felled by COVID. But Labor is having more success than the government in getting its issues into election coverage.

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Finally free after almost a decade in immigration detention, Amin is too sick to work and struggles to eat even one meal a day

Amin Afravi lost 24 kilograms during his years in detention and it's left his body so depleted that he struggles to eat and, despite finally being released, he's too weak to work.

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Calls for GP funding boost as figures reveal how Medicare gap hits some of Australia’s poorest areas

New data shows some of the lowest income electorates have among the highest average out-of-pocket costs

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The Rules for Making a Medigap Switch

Kiplinger provides guidance on how to make a Medicare Medigap switch to get the best plan for your budget.

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Before Retiring, Make Sure You've Covered These Five Bases

You've worked hard and saved, and now you're ready to retire. For a successful retirement, though, you need to make sure you're prepared in all of these areas.

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When Is Medicare Open Enrollment?

During this period each fall, you can select a new Medicare Advantage or Part D plan or switch back to original Medicare.

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What’s the Best Medigap Plan?

The 10 Medigap plans offer different levels of benefits that pay for expenses not covered by original Medicare.

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You Can Appeal the IRMAA for Medicare Parts B and D

There’s a good chance you can get your IRMAA eliminated or reduced if your income has dropped in the past two years.

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10 Worst Things to Keep in Your Wallet

Storing a spare key, your passport book or card or any other important item in your wallet leaves you open to identity theft — or worse.

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Social Security Basics: 12 Things You Must Know to Maximize Your Benefits

Claiming Social Security benefits at the right time means more money for you. Here’s a guide to everything from knowing your retirement age to spousal benefits.

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11 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Should Avoid Making

If you don't make the right choices, you could end up with high Medicare premiums and big out-of-pocket costs.

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15 Social Security Tasks You Can Do Online

Why visit a government office to get your Social Security business done? You can do much of that online.

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Deduct Expenses for Long-Term Care on Your Tax Return

The IRS allows some limited tax breaks on medical expenses and insurance premiums related to long-term care.

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How Your HSA Can Reimburse You for Medicare Premiums Paid

Even if your Medicare premiums are automatically deducted from your Social Security check, you can take tax-free withdrawals from an Health Savings Account to reimburse yourself.

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How Medigap Insurance Is Affected by Preexisting Conditions

Delaying enrollment in a medigap policy can lead to higher premiums and denial of coverage in most states.

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10 Things You Need to Know About Health Savings Accounts

If you don’t have many medical expenses now, in the long term you’ll be able to benefit even more from the tax advantages of an HSA.

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8 Things You Must Know About Medicare's Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA) Surcharges

Here's what you need to know about who gets charged and why, as well as when the fees can be waived.

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Boost Your Social Security Benefit Every Month You Delay

You don't need to wait an entire year beyond your full retirement age to earn delayed retirement credits.

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12 FAQs About Medicare

When you turn 65, you have to master a new health care system. We’re here to help.

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How To Convert a Traditional IRA to a Roth After 60

You can convert an IRA to a Roth no matter how old you are. But if the conversion boosts your income, it could have taxing consequences.

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