Tag: U.S. health care system

Tragedy, Reform, and the State of Health Care – A Look at UnitedHealth Group

Marc
Health Care

A Shocking Loss That Shook a Nation The murder of Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealth Group’s UnitedHealthcare division, stunned the country in December 2024. Thompson, a 50-year-old husband and father of two, was fatally shot while walking to a company meeting in New York City. It was a crime that not only horrified his colleagues and family but also put a harsh spotlight on the broader frustrations with the U.S. health care industry. The accused, Luigi Mangione, reportedly had grievances about systemic issues in the health care system. He…

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Affordable Care Act being targeted in last week of presidential campaign

S.Vagus
Affordable Care Act Health Care Reform

Affordable Care Act may raise health insurance costs throughout the US With the U.S. presidential elections little over a week away, more attention is being drawn to the potential impact of the Affordable Care Act, the health care law that was championed by President Obama. The law has generated a significant amount of controversy and has divided the U.S political landscape since its passage in 2010. Now, new reports concerning the impact of the law are emerging, suggesting that health insurance costs may become significantly higher in some states. Nevada…

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