Health insurance coverage for striking teachers expires in December, and Portland Public Schools spies are taking advantage

Health insurance coverage for striking teachers expires in December, and Portland Public Schools spies are taking advantage

As the teachers’ strike closes Portland Public Schools for a second week, all indications are that students will be out of school until Thanksgiving. But there may still be one force strong enough to carry out the contract: health insurance. All eyes are on Nov. 16: If teachers aren’t back in the classroom by that …

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Savvy Senior: Misleading Medicare Advantage Ads: What to Watch For

Savvy Senior: Misleading Medicare Advantage Ads: What to Watch For

Dear Senior Savvy, I am currently enrolled in Original Medicare, but am considering switching to a Medicare Advantage plan during the open enrollment period. Many Medicare Advantage ads I’ve seen offer many additional benefits beyond what traditional Medicare offers and no monthly premiums. What are your thoughts? Consider a change Dear Consider, Be wary of …

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