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Health Care May Shift for Millions in Two Weeks: Important Details to Understand

Health Care May Shift for Millions in Two Weeks: Important Details to Understand

Millions of Americans might face changes to their health insurance coverage by the end of January if Congress doesn’t act swiftly this week to expand the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credit. Why is it important The ACA tax credits, which were broadened to enable more people to access insurance during the pandemic, are scheduled […]

Health insurance costs set to increase as agreement on Obamacare remains out of reach

Health insurance costs set to increase as agreement on Obamacare remains out of reach

Updated December 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM ET WASHINGTON – As the year comes to a close, millions of Americans are facing a potential increase in health insurance premiums due to Congress’s failure to extend Obamacare subsidies that are set to lapse. Speaker Mike Johnson mentioned on December 16 that the situation became apparent when […]

Will Inaction by Congress Make Farmers Decide Between Health Insurance and Their Farm Budget?

Will Inaction by Congress Make Farmers Decide Between Health Insurance and Their Farm Budget?

Concerns Over Rising Health Insurance Costs for U.S. Farmers The health insurance premiums for many American farmers could see a significant hike in 2026, following the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies provided under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as Obamacare. KFF, a nonpartisan health policy organization, warns that this increase could affect thousands […]

70% of Americans Believe the Health Care System Has Significant Problems, Survey Reveals

70% of Americans Believe the Health Care System Has Significant Problems, Survey Reveals

Survey Reveals Negative Sentiment About U.S. Health Care System According to a recent Gallup poll, about 70% of Americans hold a pessimistic view of the healthcare system in the nation, as Congress struggles to make progress on related issues. The poll results were published on Monday. In the survey, respondents expressed varying degrees of concern […]

Health insurance expenses are set to rise significantly for Long Islanders in 2026.

Health insurance expenses are set to rise significantly for Long Islanders in 2026.

Virginia and Michael McGrath were caught off guard in late November when they received a letter notifying them that their health insurance premiums would rise by around 20% next year. Starting January 1, plans with EmblemHealth will cost $862 a month, which is $140 more than what they’re currently paying. “We really can’t manage that,” […]