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One-third of U.S. families struggling to meet basic needs
The COVID-19 pandemic is straining many families' abilities to meet basic needs, according to a study published April 28 by the Urban Institute.
May 5, 2020
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Poll: Americans fear crippling medical bills more than illness
(HealthDay)—Medical care costs in the United States can be so overwhelming that Americans fear the cost of treatment more than the illness itself, a new poll shows.
Mar 29, 2018
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In US, lack of affordable child care hinders work force
Parents of young children in the United States are finding that with day care centers in short supply, or too expensive, more and more of them—mostly mothers—are having to stay at home to look after their kids.
Oct 6, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Another rapid COVID-19 test shows promise
(HealthDay)—Yet another rapid COVID-19 test has proven its mettle in spotting infection with the new coronavirus, this time in a British study.
Sep 18, 2020
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Medical economics
Study finds few hospitals promoting potentially predatory medical payment products
Fifty million Americans are on a financing plan to pay off medical or dental bills, with one-quarter of those bearing some interest. Increasingly, medical payment products (MPPs)—which include credit cards and loans administered ...
Mar 29, 2024
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
From dentists to playdates: Tips on social distancing and COVID-19
Millions of people across the country are hunkering down in their homes in response to social distancing mandates designed to reduce spread of the novel coronavirus. Federal and state authorities are advising people to avoid ...
Mar 23, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
New research shows remembering self-control failures leads to repeat failures
It's been said that "Those who don't know history are doomed to repeat it," but even if you know your own history, that doesn't necessarily help you with self-control. New research published in the Journal of Consumer Psychology ...
Aug 4, 2015
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Debt linked to mental health problems
New research, led by the University of Southampton, has shown that people in debt are three times more likely to have a mental health problem than those not in debt.
Sep 26, 2013
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Health
Less financial burden for cancer patients with paid sick leave, study finds
Cancer can cause an enormous financial burden for some patients. Now a new study finds the burden is worse for patients without paid sick leave.
Dec 22, 2015
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Getting on with your life in the age of coronavirus
(HealthDay)—As coronavirus continues to spread across America, people in some areas are quarantined. Conferences, sporting events and travel plans are being called off, while hand sanitizer and toilet paper is flying off ...
Mar 12, 2020
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