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- Women pay more for health insurance.
- Hospital finance is a victim of a weak economy, hit by bond rates and investment losses.
- The U.S. faces a primary care shortage.
- S&P lowers their outlook for health insurers.
- Only 6% of American families believe they will be able to handle future health care costs.