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Submitted by the New York State Attorney General’s Office
New York Attorney General Letitia James and Acting Department of Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald warned New Yorkers about a new scam targeting New Yorkers enrolled in public health insurance programs and provided important tips to protect consumers.
For the first time since March 2020, people enrolled in Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and the Essential Plan will have to renew their health insurance coverage. James and McDonald are urging New Yorkers to be vigilantes in light of reports of scammers deceptively calling people and asking…
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CLHIA says health insurers will support Albertans displaced by wildfires
CLHIA says health insurers will support Albertans displaced by wildfires | Insurance Business Canada
Catastrophe & Flood
CLHIA says health insurers will support Albertans displaced by wildfires
Over 19,000 residents have evacuated their homes
Catastrophe & Flood
By Mika Pangilinan
Health insurers have taken special measures to support those who have been displaced by the recent wildfires in Alberta.
The wildfire situation in the province has continued to escalate as fire officials declared more fire evacuation orders over the weekend.
More than 19,000 residents have been ordered to flee their homes as of Sunday afternoon, according to a report by…
Op-Ed: PurpleCARE mental health coverage must be increased to meet the urgent needs of students | opinion
A group of students walk by the Weldon Library, Sept. 18, 2017.
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Access to mental health resources is key to ensuring students receive a quality experience, achieve academic success and improve their overall well-being. The USC’s PurpleCARE health benefits plan strives to provide these necessary resources for undergraduate students.
Every Western University undergraduate student is automatically enrolled in PurpleCARE, which offers insurance coverage for various health-related needs. This includes $750 insured for mental health-related expenses such as seeing a therapist or social worker.
However, as elected University Students’ Council Councilors, we have heard from students repeatedly…
How To Decide Which Bills To Put on Autopay
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Manually paying bills can be a drag, which might prompt you to try autopay. But which bills should you choose to automatically deduct payments from your bank account?
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“Autopay offers both advantages and disadvantages when it comes to managing your expenses,” said Andrew Latham, certified financial planner and director of content for Supermoney. “Pros include timely payments, convenience, easier budgeting and potential interest savings. However, cons, such as insufficient funds, reduced flexibility, limited control and potential errors should…
Pet health insurance provider Barkibu raises $5 million
Galician pet tech firm Barkibu has raised $5 million in a new funding round. Offering both pet insurance and a preventive services app, naturally complete with an AI-powered component, Barkibu intends to use the new funds to further improve and expand its services.
Barkibu’s $5 million round was led by Kfund and saw the participation of existing investor Alma Mundi Ventures. According to co-CEO Pablo Pazos Rey, the company has raised approximately $11 million over the course of its lifespan.
Serving some 20,000 pet parents in both the Spanish and German markets, Barkibu’s insurance policy covers 80% of costs associated…