Explore how traditional economic metrics understate affordability challenges by excluding borrowing costs, hiring trends, and perceptions of fairness impacting Americans' economic satisfaction post-2021 inflation surge.

Explore the upcoming expiration of enhanced ACA subsidies and its impact on U.S. health insurance affordability, market dynamics, and political risks for Republicans ahead of the 2024 midterm elections.

Analysis of declining U.S. employment and its impact on group life insurance premiums and earnings forecasts for 2025 insurance companies.

A National Bureau of Economic Research study links U.S. hospital mergers to higher costs, staffing cuts, and increased patient mortality, highlighting risks of healthcare consolidation.

An analysis projects up to 5.2 million people could lose Medicaid coverage by 2026 if federal work requirements are enacted, adding tension to budgetary negotiations and healthcare access debates.

Dr. Elliott discusses the impact of tariffs on prescription drug prices and answers listener questions on healthcare.