Boxing icon Heather Hardy files a lawsuit for medical insurance access due to injuries from fights.
Heather “The Heat” Hardy, a boxing star from Brooklyn, found herself forced to step away from the sport she loves, rather than choosing to retire. The former WBO featherweight champion suffers from severe headaches, seizures, and muscle spasms, symptoms her lawsuit claims align with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease often seen in […]
Ending health insurance subsidies likely to cause surprise costs in Massachusetts
Premium Increases Loom for Massachusetts Health Connector Members Residents in Massachusetts using the Health Connector are beginning to see potential increases in their insurance premiums for 2026. This uncertainty hangs on whether Congress will extend crucial subsidies, currently a focal point in federal negotiations. Open enrollment kicks off on November 1, posing a significant risk […]
Health insurance costs projected to rise for the 2026 plan year
Health Insurance Costs on the Rise The rising costs of health insurance are adding to the list of financial burdens that individuals face. Experts predict that this could be the most significant increase we’ve seen in 15 years. “When the cost of health insurance rises, it really makes an impact,” stated Julia Dreyer, the deputy […]
Graves Gilbert Clinic is terminating its collaboration with Humana Insurance Plans
Graves Gilbert Clinic Ends Partnership with Humana BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A significant health care provider in south central Kentucky is terminating its agreement with an insurance company. Starting February 1, 2026, Graves Gilbert Clinic and its parent organization, GGC Health, will stop participating in Humana’s insurance programs, which include both Humana Medicaid and Medicare […]
130,000 people in Alabama may lose their health insurance and face soaring premiums if Congress does not take action.
Health Insurance in Alabama at Risk Without Tax Credit Extension Over 100,000 residents of Alabama face the potential loss of their health insurance unless Congress decides to extend a set of tax credits that significantly lower costs. In recent years, the number of insured people in Alabama has nearly tripled, primarily due to increased eligibility […]
Richmond teacher worried about rising health insurance costs: ‘It makes you uneasy’
Concerns Over Rising Health Insurance Costs for Richmond Educator RICHMOND, Va. — Sequoia Ross, an English teacher at Henderson Middle School, truly enjoys her role in Richmond Public Schools (RPS). With her personal ties as both a parent and a staff member, she feels the impact of her community deeply. Yet, amidst her passion for […]
Trump takes steps to reduce IVF expenses through insurance advice and medication deal
On Thursday, President Trump revealed two initiatives designed to broaden access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), an important pledge from his campaign. During a speech in the Oval Office, Trump stated that his administration will provide guidance allowing employers to include IVF coverage in their employee insurance plans. He also shared plans to make popular […]
Why covering prescription costs yourself could save you money compared to your insurance copay.
Next time you receive a prescription, it might be a good idea to think twice before heading to your usual pharmacy. There could be a chance to save some cash. “We’ve discovered that, in some cases, paying for prescriptions directly can be less expensive than using your insurance,” noted Kevin Brazler, Editor-in-Chief. “A number of […]
Pennsylvania residents accessing health insurance via the marketplace prepare for significant premium hikes
Health Insurance Premiums See Significant Increases for Pennsylvania Families Last year, Julia Tilley and her spouse managed to secure health insurance through the Marketplace. Tilley, who works in home health, provides care for her adult daughter with autism and a physical disability. Her husband, coping with a traumatic brain injury, is limited to part-time work. […]
Health insurance costs will increase next year, except for employees at these companies.
This article looks at the rising costs of health care in the U.S., especially in the context of employer-sponsored plans. It mentions how, amid persistent inflation, some companies are stepping in to cover their employees’ medical expenses entirely. Current Health Care Costs Health care expenses in the U.S. are unfortunately among the highest globally, with […]