Summary

The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has reignited debates over the U.S. healthcare system, with Americans sharing stories of denial, delays, and exorbitant costs despite having insurance.

Many report fighting insurers for coverage of essential treatments, facing hidden costs, and taking drastic steps like career changes to secure health insurance.

Critics blame corporate greed for worsening access and affordability, while others note the system’s complexity discourages seeking care.

Though some find employer-provided plans satisfactory, the overall system is described as profit-driven and increasingly inaccessible, leaving many financially strained or avoiding medical help altogether.

  • TrickDacy@lemmy.world
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    3 days ago

    The language “he has been screaming about…” seems pretty critical and dismissive typically.

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        3 days ago

        And yours is that it was flattering to Bernie (or anyone else) to claim they “scream” about [vague concept]?

        • Malfeasant@lemm.ee
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          18 hours ago

          See, that’s what I’m saying - you assign a negative connotation to “scream”. Why do you think that is?