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Advocacy Group Finds Limiting Big Pharma’s TV Advertising (Or Tax Deduction) Could Benefit The Federal Budget
There’s lots of talk in Washington, D.C. ,about the federal budget. Here’s a new wrinkle: New research suggests…

Advocacy group finds limiting Big Pharma’s TV advertising (or tax deduction) could benefit the federal budget
There’s lots of talk in Washington, D.C. ,about the federal budget. Here’s a new wrinkle: New research suggests…

Walking boot helped to heal teen’s broken foot but the cost dealt quite a kick
When Jennifer and Bryan Alger’s 13-year-old son injured himself playing soccer, the Portland parents took him…

31 Million Americans Borrowed $ to Pay Medical Bills Last Year
If we needed more evidence that health care costs are simply unsustainable, check out the latest results of a recent…

Oregon Lawmakers Target Hidden Hospital “Facility Fees”
Oregon state lawmakers have figured out that one way to tackle soaring health care costs, is to crack down on the…

Americans Spend Trillions (Yes, That’s With A T!) On Health Care Each Year
Americans 65 and older accounted for more than 40% of all health care spending in the United States…

More Americans Are Taking 4+ Prescriptions Daily
New data from CivicScience finds 68% of American adults reported taking at least one prescription medication daily in…

Millions Of Americans Will Lose Access To Affordable Health Care Unless Congress Acts
Tax credits established under the federal Affordable Care Act are set to expire at the end of the year unless Congress…

New Study Shows Financial Advisers Worry (A Lot) About Retirees’ Health Care Costs
Many Americans approaching retirement age consult with a financial adviser to make sure they are on sound footing.

Prices Nearly Doubled On Top 25 Prescription Drugs Covered By Medicare
A new report from AARP finds the list prices for the top 25 prescription drugs covered by Medicare Part D have nearly…