Debbie Ellis Health Hub - Page 5
12.10.2025
US vs UK Healthcare Costs: Which Country Pays More?
A clear comparison of US and UK healthcare costs, detailing per‑capita spending, out‑of‑pocket burdens, cost drivers, and what the differences mean for patients.
12.10.2025
Understanding Why Insurance May Deny a Surgery
Learn why insurers deny surgeries, how to prevent denials, and the step‑by‑step appeal process to get your operation covered.
10.10.2025
Why Is Medical Surgery So Expensive? A Deep Dive into the Cost Drivers
Explore why medical surgery costs so much, from hospital overhead to surgeon fees, insurance dynamics, and regional price gaps, plus tips to lower your bill.
10.10.2025
Why Is Surgery So Expensive? Understanding the High Cost of Medical Procedures
Explore why medical surgery carries high price tags, break down cost components, and learn strategies to reduce expenses while understanding the role of insurers and regulations.
9.10.2025
Coping Strategies for Unbearable Pain: Immediate Relief & Long‑Term Solutions
Learn fast relief techniques for unbearable pain and how to build a lasting, multidisciplinary plan to keep pain under control.
8.10.2025
Why You Really Need a GP: Benefits of Seeing a General Practitioner
Discover why a GP is essential for health, from preventive care to specialist referrals, and learn when and how to make the most of your appointments.
8.10.2025
Which Surgery Takes the Longest to Recover From?
Discover which surgeries demand the longest recovery, typical timelines, and practical tips to manage extended healing periods.
2.10.2025
Do Most Americans Have Private Health Insurance?
Explore the latest stats on private health insurance in the U.S., see how employer plans dominate, understand demographic gaps, and learn how the ACA and recent policies shaped coverage.
25.09.2025
Top 5 Major Surgeries: Risks, Recovery & What to Expect
Discover the five most common major surgeries, their risks, typical hospital stays, recovery timelines and key factors to help you prepare and decide.
18.09.2025
Which Symptom Checker Is Most Accurate? Evidence‑Based Guide and Safe Use Tips
Which symptom checker is most accurate? See study-backed results, who tops the list, how safe triage really is, and step-by-step tips to use these tools well.
11.09.2025
Unbearable Chronic Pain? What To Do Right Now (Fast Relief + Flare Plan)
A clear, humane guide for when chronic pain is unbearable: fast steps that help now, safe meds, red flags, a 48‑hour plan, and a simple flare plan you can use today.
5.08.2025
How to Afford Expensive Surgery: Practical Solutions for Medical Costs
Surgery can cost more than a new car. Here’s how real people find the cash, financing, and help they need—without losing their minds or their savings.