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Why You Need Health Insurance

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Why You Need Health Insurance Like Yesterday Let’s not lie: One unexpected illness can humble even the strongest savings account.  And yet, many people still treat  health insurance like an optional thing, something you only think about when you’re older or already sick. But here’s the truth: One accident, one infection, or one bad diagnosis is all it takes  to bring you down financially. If you’ve ever thought, “Do I really need health insurance?” this post is your wake-up call. Let me take you back a bit. My neighbor  Jack was young, healthy, and full of vibes. Whenever health insurance came up, he’d say things like: “Why pay every month when I don’t even get sick?" Then came the day he tripped while jogging, hit his head, and needed emergency care. Hospital bill? \$2,800. Jake’s account? Not ready. His family? Panicking. His lesson? Expensive, but unforgettable. Guess what would’ve saved him? A simple, affordable health insurance plan. Let’s Break It Down: What Is...

WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT BREAST CANCER.

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  Meaning of breast cancer  Breast cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the breast tissue, typically in the: 1. *Ducts*: Milk ducts, which carry milk from the lobules to the nipple. 2. *Lobules*: Milk-producing glands. 3. *Connective tissue*: Fatty and fibrous tissue that surrounds the ducts and lobules. Breast cancer occurs when: 1. *Abnormal cells*: Grow and multiply uncontrollably, forming a *tumor*. 2. *Cancer cells*: Invade surrounding tissue and potentially spread to other parts of the body (*metastasize*). Types of breast cancer: 1. *Ductal carcinoma*: Begins in the ducts (most common type). 2. *Lobular carcinoma*: Begins in the lobules. 3. *Invasive breast cancer*: Spreads beyond the ducts or lobules. 4. *Non-invasive breast cancer*: Remains within the ducts or lobules. Breast cancer can be: 1. *Hormone receptor-positive*: Feeds on hormones (estrogen or progesterone). 2. *HER2-positive*: Has an excess of HER2 protein. 3. *Triple-negative*: Lacks hormone recept...