Paying for unexpected medical bills can be costly and set you back financially if you are not prepared. However, there are some things you can do to minimize the impact of future emergency medical costs and other unexpected expenses. We have put together a list of practical ways you can better prepare for emergency expenses, no matter where they come from.
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What is a Private Health Savings Account? A health savings account is a special account that individuals in the United States can use to pay for certain medical expenses. It is  “tax-advantaged” similar to an IRA. The idea of the health savings account (HSA) is to help offset high-deductible health insurance plans and thus allow
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A mental disorder can happen to anyone in a family. In addition to the emotional and physical distress that mental illness inflicts on an individual and his/ her family, finances also become strained. There a number of ways that people can assist their family members who are suffering from mental illness to ease their lives
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Everyone should have checkups on a regular basis. Often when we are trying to save money we skip check-ups because they cost money. But this may be a case of “Penny Wise and Pound Foolish.” Regardless of the reason you are avoiding the doctor, not having checkups can lead to extra financial costs in the
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Studies across the country estimate that at least 70 % of people, over the age of 65, will need some form of long-term health care or support services in the future, given the longevity of life in present times. Caregiving is usually an emotional strain, taking a toll on the health and emotional balance of the caregiver.
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Kids are expensive. Everybody knows this. In fact, budgeting for a new baby has become something of a science that many new parents are trying to perfect. Babies are expensive enough when they are produced naturally. When you have to factor in the cost of fertility treatments or infertility options on the other hand, that
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If you have ever walked out of a hospital and wondered why you have to pay thousands of dollars for a simple procedure, you are not alone. The costs of health care in the United States have never been higher. There are a number of factors that go into the cost inflation ranging from administrative
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As with many other services and products in America, healthcare costs have been on the rise. Healthcare providers and establishments are increasing their prices, while those who do have insurance are facing higher premiums and less coverage. Some families are no longer able to afford insurance or are not provided insurance by their employer due
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Exercise is a great way to prevent stress, gain more energy, and look great. In addition to providing immediate health benefits, exercise has been shown to protect people against common conditions like high blood pressure and obesity, and can help prevent heart disease and cancer when combined with other healthy lifestyle choices. These health benefits
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Now that blood testing centers are established throughout the country, it’s no longer necessary to go to your family doctor to demand blood work. Instead, you can visit a doctor directly at the testing center, request the tests, receive a doctor’s order, and get the results sent to your home. It’s easier than ever to
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Insurance Claims- Modern medicine is expensive… according to a recent Guardian article  the United States spends 18% of GDP on healthcare while Canada spends 11% and the UK spends 10%. These expenses make litigation more likely as individuals have difficulty affording care. Some experts find the prevalence of the so-called ‘compensation culture’ distasteful – with some
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What Is Health Insurance? With the rising costs of medical care, health insurance has been a very hot topic in the United States over the past decade. Despite its controversial standing, many people in the United States don’t have the knowledge of what health insurance really is. To sum it up health insurance is when
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