These stories come from the real people who live with a broken health care system. Some have health insurance and some do not. Many of these stories suggest potential solutions* that lead to quality, affordable health care we can count on. One thing we all agree on is that the we cannot trust the insurance industry to fix themselves. To learn more about what Health Care for America Now stands for read our Statement of Common Purpose.
We wanted to give you a chance to speak for yourself, in your own voice, about the need for Health Care for America Now. Do you have something to say? Tell us your story.
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Janis
Chattanooga, TN
As a freelance writer/editor, I have struggled to keep private healthcare coverage for eight years. Earlier this year, due to the economic downturn, which has affected me as much as everyone else, I had to make some hard choices. I am no longer covered for medical or dental, and at age 54, this concerns me. Recently I hurt my lower back and am unable to pay for treatment. I've worked all my life, since age 19, paid my taxes, and I firmly believe that Americans are being held hostage by the insurance and drug companies from obtaining the universal coverage other countries have had for many years. This needs to be a top priority in the presidential campaign.
*Health Care for America Now is not responsible for the content of these stories. These stories are submitted by individuals in the online audience and have been edited in some cases. Health Care For America Now does not endorse any of the solutions or policy positions suggested in the content of these stories. Health Care for America Now is a coalition of organizations that agree to the Statement of Common Purpose.
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