Tag Archives: short term health insurance

Not Concerned About Health Insurance?..think AGAIN.

College graduates often do not understand the significance of health insurance. Many do not find it necessary or even affordable.  In one study done in 2008 by the Commonwealth Fund, 34% of college graduates were uninsured for sometime.  While recent graduates are searching for jobs, purchasing short term health insurance  is the best option.  The [...]

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Graduate students might lose it

Earlier this month, discussion began on whether or not graduate students should receive a cut in their health care coverage at UCSC.  Lisa Sloan, the Dean of graduate studies and a professor of earth science, is leading the movement by asking the Student Graduate Association to cut current levels of coverage. A graduate student coalition, [...]

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Recently graduated? Double check your health insurance.

Graduation, a moment every college student dreams of.  The cap  tassel  sways back and forth as the student proudly walks down the graduation aisle. A new confidence evident in every foot step. Hands are shook as faculty murmurs words of encouragement. The last hand is shook and a diploma is placed in the grad’s hand. [...]

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More cuts in health insurance, do you work for a small business?

Do you work or plan on working for a small business? If you do there is some urgent news for you. According to the non-profit research group, the Kaiser Family Foundation, health insurance premiums for small businesses rose 74 percent from 2001 to 2008. This is forcing small businesses to make a decision, cut health [...]

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Help after graduation

Congratulations graduates! You have reached a great accomplishment, but you’re just starting. Whether you are looking for a new job or waiting for grad school you could be at a risk. The job market is horrendous, as most of you have probably learned first-hand. We are going through very tough economic times and jobs are [...]

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Unemployment insurance bill dies

As the clock struck midnight last night, the unemployment insurance bill died for Texas. What does this mean for you? It means those who are unemployed or in-between jobs aren’t going to see much help in Texas. It is very dangerous to be living without health insurance.  Whether you live in Texas or not you [...]

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