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Bernie Sanders Says 530,000 Americans Go Bankrupt Paying Medical Bills Each Year — Attacks 'Unprecedented' Income And Wealth Inequality

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) on Sunday again cited an estimate of 530,000 medical bankruptcies a year, saying it shows why his Medicare for All plan is urgently needed.

Benzinga

Cut Healthcare Costs: 4 Effective Strategies Before Medicare Kicks In

For many Americans, the years between retirement and Medicare eligibility at age 65 are financially challenging. Without employer-sponsored insurance, healthcare costs can skyrocket. Premiums, deductibles,...

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Australian taxpayers subsidise rising specialist fees as spending on Abbott-era Medicare safety net ‘explodes’

Exclusive: Health department data shows spending on the 2004 extended safety net has nearly tripled, from $324.9m in 2010 to $850.4m in 2024

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10 Lesser-Known Government Programs Helping Seniors Save Money

Many seniors believe that Social Security and Medicare are the only government programs available to support them in retirement. In reality, there are dozens of...

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7 Warning Signs of Early Retirement Failure Every Pre-Retiree Misses

The idea of retiring early is intoxicating. It promises freedom from deadlines, office politics, and the daily grind, replacing them with travel, hobbies, and time...

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Expert: Here’s How To Make the Most of the 2026 Social Security New COLA

The 2026 Social Security COLA adds 2.8%. Here’s how to make the most of your benefits and protect against rising Medicare costs.

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Medicare Shake‑Up 2027: CMS Plans To Axe New Health Equity Reward — Are You Losing Out?

CMS plans to scrap a new health equity reward in its 2027 Medicare overhaul. Find out what the shake-up means and whether you could lose benefits.

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Part B Premiums Spike To $202.90 Next Year, Shrinking Social Security's COLA For Millions

Millions of older Americans will see a larger chunk of their Social Security cost-of-living adjustment disappear next year as Medicare Part B premiums climb to their highest level yet. The Centers for Medicare Medicaid Services has confirmed that the standard Part B premium will rise to $202.90 per month in…

Benzinga

Clear Sound, Clear Savings: Exclusive Hearing Aid Discounts This Black Friday

Black Friday isn’t just about snagging a new TV or laptop—it’s also the perfect time to invest in better hearing. Hearing aids can be expensive,...

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How Dak Prescott’s Text Helped a Cowboys Employee Catch Throat Cancer Early

Tad Carper thinks one simple text message from Dak Prescott may have saved his life.

Sports Illustrated

UnitedHealth wants its ‘swagger’ back, plans to boot a million seniors off Medicare Advantage to get it

Even Trump is calling them "corrupt".

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Dear UnitedHealth Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for January 30

UnitedHealth Group faces a pivotal upcoming deadline as Trump’s new healthcare plan, a DOJ probe, and commission cuts collide with solid revenue growth and a 2.7% dividend yield, forcing investors to weigh political risk against long-term strength.

Barchart

The Hidden Costs of The New $2,000 Medicare Part D Cap

Medicare Part D has long been criticized for leaving seniors exposed to high prescription drug costs. The new $2,000 annual cap, which took effect in...

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The Secret Push to Privatize Medicare Advantage Plans

Medicare Advantage was designed as an alternative to traditional Medicare, offering seniors private insurance options with added benefits. Over time, enrollment has surged, with more...

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Trump administration says lower prices for 15 Medicare drugs will save taxpayers billions

The Trump administration says pharmaceutical companies have agreed to slash the Medicare prices for 15 prescription drugs after months of negotiations and that it's expected to produce billions in savings for older adults

Benzinga

CMS Unveils 2027 Rule To Refocus Medicare Advantage On Outcomes

The U.S. Centers for Medicare Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed rule changes for the 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D contract year.

The Independent UK

Ozempic and cancer drugs among 15 getting lower prices through Medicaid, feds say

The changes are set to take effect in January 2027

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Suze Orman: Not Doing This With Your 401(k) Is ‘Nuts’

Suze Orman urged Americans to stop ignoring the Roth 401(k) — a tax-free retirement option that could lower your Medicare and Social Security taxes.

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Medicare Announces Price Cuts For 15 Drugs— Novo Nordisk's Wegovy And Ozempic To Cost $274 A Month

The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on Tuesday announced that it has secured lower prices for 15 of its highest‑cost medications, resulting in substantial annual savings on prescription expenses.

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Quiet Disaster: Why Skilled Nursing Facilities Are Closing Their Doors

Across the country, families are waking up to a quiet disaster: skilled nursing facility closures are accelerating, leaving vulnerable seniors with fewer care options. These...

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The Surprising Way to Reduce Your Dementia Risk

Lower your dementia risk with this one hack.

LiveScience

Has America's obesity rate plateaued?

Some recent national numbers suggest the obesity rate has plateaued or even declined. Experts are skeptical.

International Business Times UK

Services You Thought Were 'Free' Now Carry Bigger Price Tags as Medicare 2026 Premiums Rise

Americans to pay more with 2026 Medicare premium adjustments.

International Business Times UK

Medicare 2026 Premiums: Why Low-Income Dual Enrollees Face the Harshest Squeeze

Medicare 2026 premiums are jumping 9.7 per cent, erasing the benefits of the 2.8 per cent Social Security COLA for millions. Discover how this historic hike impacts dual enrollees and monthly budgets.

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Ask yourself the six questions below before you get Medicare.

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