The Americans dying because they can't afford medical care
Millions of Americans – as many as 25% of the population – are delaying getting medical help because of skyrocketing costs. Susan Finley returned to her job at a Walmart retail store in Grand Junction, Colorado, after having to call in sick because she was recovering from pneumonia. The day she returned, the 53-year-old received her ten year associate award – and was simultaneously laid off, according to her family. She had taken off one day beyond what is permitted by Walmart’s attendance policy.
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