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Health care looms in Georgia election even as voters move on to other issues

ATLANTA — Marcy Miller is worried about inflation. Every time she goes to her local Winn-Dixie on Saint Simons Island, she said, it seems prices have gone up yet again.

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Allison Schrager: Enjoy the Social Security bump now. You'll pay later

Social Security is known as the third rail of politics. President Joe Biden has pounced on all who dare even think about curtailing the retirement program. In fact, this week cash-strapped retirees will get the biggest cost-of-living increase in 40 years, an 8.7% boost to protect them from inflation.

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Optus customers affected by data breach do not need new passports, chief executive says

The telco's chief executive, Kelly Bayer Rosmarin, says it is thanks to a number of government agencies that people can now "continue with their travel plans and feel safe and secure".

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Abortion bans are motivating midterm voters, poll shows

Half of voters say the Supreme Court’s decision overturning the constitutional right to an abortion has made them more motivated to vote in next month’s midterm elections, with enthusiasm growing especially among Democrats and those living in states with abortion bans, according to a new poll from KFF.

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How Social Security works and what to know about its future

Tens of millions of older Americans will see a major increase in benefits this January when a new cost-of-living adjustment (or COLA) is added to Social Security payments

The Independent UK

Social Security benefits to jump by 8.7% next year

The Social Security Administration said the estimated average monthly Social Security benefit for all retired workers will be $1,827 starting in January.

Chicago Sun-Times

Social Security benefits see highest jump in 40 years. Here’s what to expect

Social Security beneficiaries are set to get the largest boost to their benefits in four decades.

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What the 1970s Can Teach Us About Today's Inflationary Politics

Inflation is a problem for politicians. Unfortunately for them, it's not a problem they know how to solve.

Reason

Nursing home surprise: Advantage plans may shorten stays to less time than Medicare covers

After 11 days in a St. Paul, Minnesota, skilled nursing facility recuperating from a fall, Paula Christopherson, 97, was told by her insurer that she should return home.

Tribune News Service

Social Security recipients expected to get big benefit boost

Millions of Social Security recipients will soon learn just how high a boost they’ll get in their benefits next year

The Independent UK

Brisbane man charged with 300 offences after allegedly defrauding more than 160 people

Police allege the man was in possession of drivers licences, passports, birth certificates and Medicare cards of more than 160 people after a 10-month investigation that spanned four states.

ABC News

In major retreat, Bright Health halts individual health insurance coverage

Bright Health Group will end individual and family health insurance coverage and reduce its Medicare Advantage coverage to just two states, steps that will cut its revenue in half.

Tribune News Service

How to change Medicare plans — and why you might want to

Medicare open enrollment starts soon, but 7 in 10 Medicare beneficiaries say they don’t compare Medicare plans during this period, which stretches from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7

The Independent UK

Nebraska policy wonk makes pitch for top Ways and Means slot - Roll Call

While Rep. Adrian Smith brings experience and policy chops, his competitors have won more buzz in the race so far.

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Australia 'facing decade-long GP shortage'

Inadequate funding is making it tougher for medical students to come through the system as the nation faces a predicted shortage of GPs over the coming decade.

The Guardian - US

Democrats shouldn’t focus only on abortion in the midterms. That’s a mistake

America has long faced structural economic crises. Democrats must win on the economy and present a pro-worker agenda

AAP

Telcos given new powers after Optus breach

Banks and telecommunications companies have been given new powers to respond to financial fraud after Optus was hit with a major cybersecurity breach.

Chicago Sun-Times

Don’t let Medicare cut home health care funding

Lawmakers in Washington need to recognize the importance of home health and take action to protect access to care for the country’s most vulnerable residents.

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The Guardian - AU

Government considers centralising digital ID verification on myGov in wake of Optus breach

Experts warn using any single system could have its own cybersecurity weaknesses leaving data vulnerable to misuse

Chicago Sun-Times

Nursing home surprise: Medicare Advantage plans covering less time than Medicare covers

Health care providers, nursing home representatives and patient advocates say Medicare Advantage plans increasingly are ending members’ coverage for nursing home and rehabilitation services before patients are healthy enough to go home.

Tribune News Service

Commentary: Republicans hold cards to ensuring $130B in wasteful spending is cut by end of year

It’s no secret that government spending has been out of control for years. But come December, Congress will have a golden opportunity to stem the tide of red ink.

The Canberra Times

High-income earners should pay higher Medicare levy to help fund health: Barr

"It's a simple idea but I believe it is palatable," Andrew Barr said of his proposal.

The New Daily

Government announces law changes in response to Optus data breach

The federal government has announced its response to record Optus data breach, with changes to the telecommunications laws.

The Conversation

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Bill Shorten on NDIS reform and the Optus fallout

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a landmark reform of the last decade. But while delivering much benefit, it has operational problems and its cost has escalated dramatically – currently around $30 billion annually, there have been suggestions it could reach $60 billion. The scheme looms as one of…

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Government strengthens powers for telcos to share affected data following Optus hack

Optus will be able to share drivers licences, Medicare and passport numbers with banks and government agencies to assist in fraud detection following a data breach that affected almost 10 million current and former customers.

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