
First Aid Kit
Our newsletter sums up and shares the practical lessons we’ve learned about surviving the health care system, financially.
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Fighting Bills
December 5, 2025
I’m getting (cautiously) AI-curious
It keeps coming up. Here's what we're seeing.
Making Change
November 26, 2025
We love the notes you send us
This year, we’re thankful for you.
Navigating Insurance
November 20, 2025
Choosing insurance in the worst year ever
New ep, and our guides.
Navigating Insurance
November 13, 2025
Review your drug plan now, and potentially save thousands
And pro tip: loop in your provider.
Making Change
November 6, 2025
New episode: What DIDN’T suck in 2025
Plus, another pharmacy-counter fix.
Navigating Insurance
October 31, 2025
Medicare: Big pitfalls to avoid, part deux
Our biggest takeaway: Don't go at this solo.
The Big Picture
October 23, 2025
New episode: Why this economist wants your medical bills
And why we shared ours.
Navigating Insurance
October 16, 2025
Medicare: Big pitfalls to avoid, part 1
Turning 65 in the next few years? Read this.
October 9, 2025
It’s official: This is our favorite project of the year
It's ready for you to use and improve.
October 3, 2025
Introducing: An Arm and a Leg “Starter Packs”
Mini-compilations of our most frequent topics.
Fighting Bills
September 25, 2025
A tool for avoiding hospital bills you can’t pay
It reveals financial aid policies at your local hospitals.
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