Veterans health care changes blamed on ObamaCare
A reader argues Medicare and TriCare for Life misclassifications under the Affordable Health Care Act raise patient costs. The piece cites JT a 65 plus veteran with heart procedures previously billed as inpatient now billed as outpatient triggering cost shares. The author asserts government contractors change classifications to push co pays tying to Obamacare.
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Down Syndrome group joins Give Grande NM in Roswell event
The Down Syndrome Foundation of SENM in Roswell joins six local nonprofits for Give Grande NM on May 6. The online 24 hour fundraiser supports services for individuals with Down syndrome across southeastern New Mexico, including SENM Buddy Walks, family socials, education programs, and a lending library.
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Doctor warns on testosterone therapy and safer alternatives
Dr Komaroff notes testosterone can be delivered as a gel patch or injection but carries risks such as prostate cancer and heart disease. He urges evaluating other causes of symptoms, confirming low levels with two morning tests, and prioritizing safer options like increased exercise.
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