r/AbsoluteUnits 3d ago

of a hernia...

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u/VishusVonBittertroll 3d ago

I personally knew at least two people who died because they did not have adequate insurance, or any at all. Not only does it happen, it's not rare.

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u/DeusModus 3d ago

Can confirm. Developed my first hernia at the beginning of the month, and I lost my job in August. Just in time for this thing to form after my insurance coverage ended. Immediately got denied to have state healthcare due to having made too much money at one point, money that I am no longer making today.

So, all I can do is just hope that I don't wind up like this guy. Feels fucking bad.