Tag: Healthcare costs
Home Improvements for Aging Independence: Medicare Coverage Challenges
Chikao Tsubaki, an elderly man in his mid-80s, faced a series of health challenges, including a stroke, lymphoma, and prostate cancer. Fatigued, isolated, and unsteady, Tsubaki's quality of life was at risk. However, his...
Managing High Drug Costs: Strategies and Solutions
As the calendar flips to February 3, 2025, the latest episode of "An Arm and a Leg" delves into the pressing issue of managing high drug costs. Host Dan Weissmann sets the stage with...
Impact of Trump’s Tariffs on Healthcare Costs: Devices to Drugs
President Trump's recent decision to impose import taxes on goods from Canada, China, and Mexico has sparked concerns about potential increases in healthcare costs for American consumers. With tariffs of 25% on imports from...