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Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Chronic illness exposes health care gaps
RX pharmacy prescription bottle of pills on a pile of $100 dollar bills and a USA outline Living with a chronic illness is not simply physical pain or fatigue; it is a constant negotiation with a health care system that commodifies care. Every doctor's appointment, prescription, and therapy session is a reminder of the overwhelming and taxing obstacles that must be navigated to stay alive. These costs are not merely financial; they also impact time spent with family, peace of mind, and dignity. This battle is not only against illness, but also against a system that fails to recognize people first. We are human beings worthy of compassion and care, not merely a line in a profit ledger. Yet, in today's political climate, legislative proposals threaten access to essential programs for Medicare and Medicaid, posing even greater risk to vulnerable individuals. This is the grim reality for millions of Americans, and it begs an urgent question: When will our health care system start putting humanity over revenue? I am living with Lupus, an autoimmune disease that causes fatigue, joint pain, and organ failure. I have faced unpredictable flare-ups since my diagnosis in 2002. These flare-ups require weekly doctor visits, medications, and sometimes hospitalizations. Even with insurance, out-of-pocket costs can run into the thousands annually, forcing me to make difficult choices: Should I pay for my medications or my mortgage? Should I miss a doctor's appointment to afford groceries? These are not theoretical questions but real decisions that millions of people with chronic illnesses face daily. Medical debt, or personal debt incurred from unpaid medical bills, is a leading cause of bankruptcy in the United States. As many as 40% of U.S. adults, or about 100 million people, are currently in debt because of medical or dental bills. Families with multiple disabilities face compounding expenses in the management of those disabilities, including specialized medical care, therapy, adaptive equipment, and educational support. My family was faced with this challenge as I struggled to manage my and my disabled child's health. This encumbrance is especially heavy for parents relying on Social Security benefits. The emotional toll of balancing these responsibilities often leads to heightened stress and financial insecurity, keeping families trapped in poverty. My geographical location presents an additional barrier to receiving quality, timely, and equitable health care. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that rural residents are often sicker and die younger than individuals in urban communities. This is due to numerous factors, including access. I live in a rural area where health care access is significantly limited. Patients in rural areas often travel long distances to seek specialized care, face poorly resourced local facilities, and experience delayed care. According to the Bowen Center, Indiana has had multiple hospital closures, with 52 rural hospitals remaining as of 2024, and 25% of open hospitals have experienced service reductions. These systemic issues are further compounded by our health care system. Pharmaceutical companies continue to raise the cost of life-saving medications with little to no regulation. Insurance companies often refuse to cover newer, more effective treatments, forcing patients to navigate bureaucratic red tape or accept suboptimal alternatives. CONTACT US Public assistance programs, while helpful, are often insufficient, placing a financial burden on patients. Although Indiana has instituted various measures to solve the overwhelming health care costs, the emotional toll of these financial challenges cannot be overstated. So, what is to be done? First, lawmakers must address the underlying drivers of high health care spending. This involves enacting tougher rules on drug prices, mandating transparency from health providers regarding pricing, and expanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage for people with chronic diseases and disabilities – not creating more barriers. Second, insurers should streamline their procedures so patients have access to necessary treatments without constant denials and delays. Patients and providers will benefit from streamlined processes that remove administrative layers, allowing providers to focus on delivering quality health care. Additionally, rural health care access should be addressed. Removing telehealth restrictions and incentivizing the physician workforce in rural communities would go a long way in addressing the need for health care access in these deserts. Chronic illnesses deeply impact all of our communities. They do not discriminate based on income, and neither should our health care policies. As we move forward, it is crucial that we not only address the physical needs of those living with chronic illnesses, but also alleviate the economic burdens that prevent them from living productive and dignified lives. SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
News18
19 hours ago
- Health
- News18
Sana Makbul BREAKS Silence After Hospitalisation, Says ‘Keep Me in Your Duas'
Last Updated: Sana Makbul shares her first post after hospitalisation, asking fans to keep her in their prayers. The actress is battling autoimmune hepatitis and a grave health condition. Bigg Boss OTT 3 winner and television actress Sana Makbul has finally spoken out following reports of her hospitalisation due to a 'grave condition." A day after her close friend and doctor shared a concerning health update, Sana took to Instagram on Monday to thank fans and request prayers as she recovers. Posting a photo of herself holding a Labubu doll — the latest viral obsession on the internet — Sana kept her tone light but heartfelt. 'And in the middle of my chaos, he got my first Labubu," she wrote, keeping fans guessing about who the mysterious 'he" might be. More significantly, she added a quiet request: 'Keep me in your duas. I am better." Sana's health scare was made public on Sunday when her friend, Dr. Aashna Kanchwala, shared an emotional post from the hospital, featuring a visibly unwell Sana. 'My strongest diva," Aashna wrote. 'I'm so proud of you for showing so much strength and resilience as you battle such a grave condition… Inshallah, you will fight this and come out even stronger. Allah is with you." The news has left fans concerned, especially in light of Sana's earlier revelation that she was diagnosed with autoimmune hepatitis — a rare condition in which the body's immune system attacks liver cells. During a March interview with comedian Bharti Singh, Sana had spoken openly about her ongoing health battle. 'It has no specific symptoms," she explained. 'In this condition, your body attacks its own organs. In my case, it affects the liver. Sometimes, it's like Lupus, it can impact kidneys or cause arthritis. Samantha Ruth Prabhu has myositis — which is a muscle condition. I have it with the liver." She also shared that her treatment involves regular use of steroids and immunosuppressants, making her recovery journey both physically and emotionally challenging. Sana Makbul's bravery in confronting her diagnosis and continuing to connect with fans has earned her widespread admiration. As she rests and heals, her message is clear — she's still fighting, and she's not alone. First Published:
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Bigg Boss OTT 3's Sana Makbul hospitalised, battles ‘grave condition' weeks after opening up on liver disease
Actor and Bigg Boss OTT 3 winner Sana Makbul, who suffers from an immunity disorder, has been hospitalised. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Dr Aashna Kanchwala updated Sana's fans about her health. Sana is yet to share any updates about herself. (Also Read | Sana Makbul opens up on battling hepatitis when her career was taking off, says she lost work) Aashna shared a photo of Sana Makbul sitting on a hospital bed and looking at her hands. She was seen on IV drips. Aashna wrote, 'My strongest Diva (red heart and nazar amulet emoji). I'm so proud of you, for showing so much strength and resilience as you battle such a grave condition.' She also wrote, "Inshallah, you will fight this and come out even stronger… Allah is with you (prayer hands and emotional face emojis). And I am always standing by you. Get well soon (bandaged heart emoji), my love @divasana." The post came just on the heels of Sana sharing a picture of herself on Eid. Dressed in a red lehenga, she smiled in the candid photo. She captioned the post, 'Eid Ul Adha Mubarak.' A post shared by Sana Makbul (@divasana) Earlier in March, Sana spoke with Bharti Singh on her podcast about her liver disease and an immunity disorder. Sana shared that she's been dealing with autoimmune hepatitis, a condition wherein her body cells attack her liver, since 2020. She's been on medication for it. She said, 'I have a liver disease, it was diagnosed in 2020. It has no specific symptoms... in this, my body cells are attacking the organ, so in my case, it's sometimes Lupus; it hits your kidneys or causes arthritis. Samantha Ruth Prabhu has myositis, which is a muscle condition. I have it with the liver.' In 2023, Sana on Instagram posted a video and spoke about her health. "It's said that when everything is going well, then something happens. I think with me also that happened when my career was taking off and I had to take a pause. I was working non stop but I had to take a seat back and focus on my health. I was deteriorating not physically but internally I was. And I think for the last one and a half years I have been doing that. I have been just focusing on me, myself and my health mentally, emotionally, physically drained,' she had said. Sana was one of the contestants in the reality TV show Khatron Ke Khiladi 11 in 2021. She is best known for her role of Dr Aliya Sanyal in Vish. Sana made her film debut in 2014 with the Telugu film Dikkulu Choodaku Ramayya.
India.com
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Bigg Boss OTT 3 Winner Sana Makbul Hospitalised Due To Grave Condition; Friend Shares Crucial Update
New Delhi: Actress and reality TV star Sana Makbul, winner of Bigg Boss OTT 3, has been hospitalised due to a serious health issue, according to a statement by her close friend Aashna Kanchwala on social media. While the exact nature of her condition has not been disclosed, Kanchwala described it as a 'grave condition' in an Instagram Story. Sharing her support, Aashna wrote: "My strongest Diva, I'm so proud of you for showing so much strength and resilience as you battle such a grave condition. Inshallah, you will fight this and come out even stronger... Allah is with you. And I am always standing by you. Get well soon my love @divasana." According to a report by The Times of India, Sana has been battling autoimmune complications for some time now, which may have led to her sudden hospitalisation. Meanwhile, in a podcast with Comedian Bharti Singh, Sana previously revealed that she has been dealing with autoimmune hepatitis, a condition in which her body's immune cells attack her liver. She stated, 'I have turned vegan recently due to health reasons... a lot of people don't know that I am an autoimmune hepatitis patient. I have a liver disease, it was diagnosed in 2020. It has no specific symptoms... in this, my body cells are attacking the organ, so in my case, it's sometimes Lupus; it hits your kidneys or causes arthritis. Samantha Ruth Prabhu has myositis, which is a muscle condition. I have it with the liver.' Despite her current health scare, the actress appeared in good spirits recently, having posted Eid greetings and pictures with her family on Instagram just a day ago, celebrating the occasion with her loved ones. Sana Makbul, born on 13 June 1993 in Mumbai, rose to fame with her role as Lavanya in Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon?. She made her Telugu film debut with Dikkulu Choodaku Ramayya and appeared in the Tamil film Rangoon. She reached the semi-finals of Khatron Ke Khiladi 11 in 2021 and most recently gained widespread attention after winning Bigg Boss OTT 3 in 2024. Fans continue to await an official update from her team regarding her health.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez are planning to have babies? "I want to be a dad, though, God willing...," the music composer shares
Benny Blanco is praying daily to have babies with the love of his life, Selena Gomez . The engaged couple have spoken about how they found each other, and wrote an entire album about who said 'I Love You' first. However, the next step that the duo wants is parenthood. Benny Blanco prays for having his children... In a candid interview with InStyle, Benny Blanco opened up about wanting to have kids in his life. 'I love kids; I love being an uncle. I want to be a dad, though, God willing. I'm just dreaming and praying every day,' the music mogul stated. This statement is not the first time that the 37-year-old has disclosed his wishes to become a father. Previously, in a Howard Stern interview, when the host suggested that the music composer might be too busy to become a dad, Blanco firmly disagreed. 'What do you mean? That's, like, my next goal on the box. I've got a lotta good kids, I've got a ton of nephews. It's my thing. I love being around kids,' Benny said. Selena Gomez opened up about her desire to become a mom... While Selena Gomez has also opened up about a desire to become a mother, she revealed that she unfortunately cannot bear children. 'I don't know what will happen, obviously, but I love children. I have an 11-year-old sister [Gracie Teefey] that I absolutely adore," Gomez said before adding, "I love making [children] laugh; they're just so sweet. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Live Update: The Strategy Uses By Successful Intraday Trader TradeWise Learn More Undo So absolutely, when that day comes, I'm so excited for it." Selena Gomez doesn't want to put any life in jeopardy... However, in a Vanity Fair interview, Gomez said that she won't be able to carry her own children as she has been suffering from a severe autoimmune disease, Lupus. 'I haven't ever said this, but I unfortunately can't carry my own children. I have a lot of medical issues that would put my life and the baby's in jeopardy,' Selena said, adding that she had to grieve the heartbreaking issue for a while. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
