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Over the past five years, U.S. home values have increased by roughly 8–9% per year on average, while over the past ten years, they’ve risen about 6–7% per year on average. In other words, national home prices saw an exceptionally rapid climb in recent years, far above historical norms. This post explores these figures in … Read more
Short answer: Yes—many of us are relying too heavily on medications to cope with everyday health issues, and it’s starting to have real consequences for our well-being. We’ve all been there—you feel a headache coming on, and without thinking, you reach for a painkiller. It’s quick and convenient, and it works. But when reaching for … Read more
Death caused directly by planned electrical cardioversion is rare. The procedure is performed every day to restore a normal rhythm in people with atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter and several other abnormal heart rhythms. There is no reliable universal cardioversion death rate that applies to every patient. Results differ according to the rhythm being treated, the … Read more
Maternal mortality remains heartbreakingly high. In 2023 alone, around 260,000 women lost their lives during pregnancy or childbirth. The vast majority—about 92%—of these deaths happened in low- and lower-middle-income countries. What’s most tragic is that many of these deaths could have been prevented, according to WHO. When we look at different regions, sub-Saharan Africa and … Read more
Healthcare in the United States can be complex, confusing, and—most notably—expensive. While most people expect to pay something out of pocket for medical services, what they don’t expect is to receive a surprise medical bill for services they didn’t realize weren’t covered. These surprise bills can range from a few hundred dollars to tens of … Read more