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Study: Dementia tops cancer, heart disease in cost
By Marilynn MarchioneCancer and heart disease are bigger killers, but Alzheimer's is the most expensive malady in the U.S., costing families and society $157 billion to $215 billion a year.
April 04, 2013
Lynn Quincy: How you explain PPACA mattersThe Consumers Union veteran says clear, gotcha-free brochures can prevent problems.
April 04, 2013
On the Third Hand: HealthCare.govWhat if the real problem with PPACA is just that the law and HHS are being too sensitive to our diverse needs?
April 04, 2013
Walgreen clinics to handle chronic illness careHalf of the clinic patients report lacking ready access to primary care doctors.
April 04, 2013
On the Third Hand: HealthCare.govWhat if the real problem with PPACA is just that the law and HHS are being too sensitive to our diverse needs?
April 03, 2013
Emails from rock starsWhy getting an email from your doctor is like getting an email from a celebrity and how that can make your health better.