Category Archives: Health Care

Beware of deregulation in drug development

Posted on January 2, 2017 by David Posnett

Beware of deregulation in drug development D. Posnett MD 2 years ago Thalidomide baby The 21st Century Cures Act passed congress on Dec. 7th and was signed into law on Dec 13th by President Obama.  This is a huge bill … Continue reading →

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Medicine for the One Percent

Posted on April 21, 2014 by David Posnett

We always suspected this: a new study clearly shows that the richer you are, the longer you live in the US of America (Wall Street Journal). This is no small difference! The top 10% (richest) people live on average 10 … Continue reading →

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Soaring Costs of Prescription Drugs in the US

Posted on April 6, 2014 by David Posnett

Great article about the soaring costs of prescription drugs in the US.  The very same drugs are offered in other countries like Germany and the UK etc, at a small fraction of what we are asked to pay.  Who benefits?  … Continue reading →

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The ACA seems to be working…

Posted on March 24, 2014 by David Posnett

Robert Reich discusses the ACA which seems to be working.  But there is a lot that needs fixing.  Above all what needs fixing is the oft deceitful misinformation.  Read on here!  Contributed by Arlene Coulter.    

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Signing up for ACA (Obamacare) before March 31st!

Posted on March 20, 2014 by David Posnett

If you are in the East Hampton, NY, area, you can walk in to the East Hampton Health Care Foundation at 200 Pantigo Place this Friday March 21st.  Professional insurance enrollers will help you sign up on line.   They … Continue reading →

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Tears for Liz

Posted on March 20, 2014 by David Posnett

My friend Liz was an intense supporter of the ACA.  There was a good reason.  She had her health insurance canceled back in 2005 when she was stricken with a nasty cancer.  Chemotherapy nearly bankrupted her.  But she survived. She … Continue reading →

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Confused by Obamacare ? For Suffolk County Residents, read on…

Posted on February 9, 2014 by David Posnett

Confused?  Not sure how it may benefit you?  Not sure how much it will cost? If you are anywhere near Southampton, Riverhead or Hampton Bays,  here are 3 seminars coming up:  Layman’s terms.  Resource guide to local enrollers. Wed Feb … Continue reading →

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The Costs of Obamacare Insurance to YOU.

Posted on February 8, 2014 by David Posnett

I have been hearing horror stories about prohibitively expensive Obamacare insurance quotes.  So together with my friend Sheila, we logged on to the NY State Official Health Plan Marketplace and pretended to be shopping for insurance right here in Suffolk … Continue reading →

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Need help to sign up for Obamacare?

Posted on February 8, 2014 by David Posnett

If you are anywhere near East Hampton on the Southfork this is a great place: East Hampton Health Care Center for appointments with an “enroller” on Mon and Fri call Julia Fuentes  631 294 2921 Nancy Moraga Martinez  631 291 … Continue reading →

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How to sign up for ACA Healthcare Insurance WITHOUT problems on the Southfork

Posted on January 30, 2014 by David Posnett

Millions of Americans and documented residents now have the chance to get quality care that they can afford. 1. If you need help, financial assistance is available. 2. You can’t be denied coverage, regardless of your health 3. You choose … Continue reading →

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