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Health insurance rebates may change for the over-65s. Our new study shows what to expect
Since the federal government announced earlier this year it would scrap the higher private health insurance rebate for people aged 65 and over, opponents have come out in force. Private Healthcare Australia, the insurers' peak body, says the…
What advisors need to know about the rising costs of health insurance
As U.S. healthcare costs continue to spiral, financial advisors are scrambling to protect their clients' retirement outlooks. Health insurance premiums through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace are expected to rise nearly 15% in 2027…
What Overlooked Markets Can Teach About Finding Growth Opportunities
Scott Byrne is President of Blackwell Captive Solutions, a medical stop-loss captive helping brokers and employers bend the HC cost curve. When companies look for growth, they often focus on larger markets, broader customer segments or new products…
Oscar Health Reports Another Big Profit As Obamacare Member Costs Ease
Health insurer Oscar Health swung to a $361 million second quarter profit while eclipsing $1 billion in net income for the first six months of the year as health plan membership rose and medical costs eased, the company reported Thursday, August 6…
Health Care Up After Mixed Earnings -- Health Care Roundup
Health-care companies rose after a mixed round of earnings. Anti-obesity GLP-1 drugs are the best-selling class of pharmaceuticals in decades but producers such as Eli Lilly and Danish rival Novo Nordisk are still vying for market share. Shares of…
From wealth transfer to living legacy: How Asia's founders are architecting the future
“The reality is that many people have not started planning because legacy planning is technical, complex, and they don't know who to approach or don't have the time,” explained Tsang, pinpointing the “Knowledge Paradox”…
Some families to get up to $15,000 for IVF: How to apply
Families struggling to afford fertility treatment may be eligible for grants of up to $15,000 through a new funding program aimed at helping cover the high cost of in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other fertility-related expenses. IVF has become a…
Americans deserve to know healthcare prices before the final bill arrives
In an era of political gridlock, at least one clear area of bipartisan common ground continues to exist — the desire for real healthcare price transparency. In fact, a 2025 poll showed 96% of Americans across the political spectrum are in…
CVS blows past estimates, hikes guidance as insurance unit continues to improve
CVS Health blew past second-quarter earnings and revenue estimates and raised its 2026 guidance, as its insurance unit Aetna shows signs of recovery. All three of the healthcare giant's business segments – insurance, pharmacy and health…
Exercise: Your Insurance Policy for the Future
In this episode of Healthful, Norah O'Donnell is joined by her personal trainer and fitness expert, Kira Stokes. Since they started exercising together 12 years ago, Kira pushed Norah to lift heavier weights - something Norah initially resisted.
Letters: U.S. can learn from these socialist countries with a high standard of living
he July 20 issue of the newspaper contained two items connected by the writers' insights about building a stronger nation. Wayne Parker's letter cautions against oversimplifying the controversial term “socialism.” Jay Lapeyre's op-ed…
Left-wing Democrat El-Sayed Wins Michigan Primary
Abdul El-Sayed, a Democrat considered progressive, visits Detroit's Eastern Market on the day of the Michigan primary. Photo: Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP/dpa Abdul El-Sayed, a Democrat considered progressive, has won a highly watched intra-party…
Viagra could do more than advertised as study reveals surprising health superpower
Viagra could do more than give men a boost in the bedroom, as new research suggests it may have benefits for cancer patients. The prescription medication, which is manufactured and distributed by Viatris, is commonly used to treat erectile…
The reality check one Trump voter didn't want to hear
A July 2026 CNN/SSRS poll found that 71 percent of Americans believe Trump and his regime have not gone far enough to lower the price of everyday goods, leaving the middle class screwed. A Trump-voting caller to my show yesterday, along these same…
Who's who: Meet the winners of YouTube Works Awards Philippines 2026
The names behind this year's standout YouTube campaigns have been revealed, as brands and agencies took home honors at the YouTube Works Awards Philippines 2026. The awards, held on Wednesday, August 5, in Taguig City, recognized campaigns across…
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