Americans Can’t Afford a Doctor’s Visit
People in debt are sacrificing their health to make ends meet.
Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows the average American household spends roughly 7 percent of their income on healthcare costs. Medical bills are almost the most common type of debt to end up in collections. With that in mind, Debt.com has the latest advice on how to minimize healthcare costs so can be well without breaking the bank.
People in debt are sacrificing their health to make ends meet.
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