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Good news, everyone! We temporarily stopped the orphan crushing machine! (lemmy.world)
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[–] 2 points 2 years ago (2 children)

What would have happened if you didn't have the cash for the treatment?

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  • [–] 5 points 2 years ago* (1 child)

    I didn't.

    Crippling medical debt that builds interests rapidly and can't be discharged through bankruptcy. It helped fill out my plate alongside the student loan debt that builds interest rapidly and can't be discharged through bankruptcy.

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  • [–] 4 points 2 years ago

    That's basically debt slavery isn't it?! Sounds like a benefit gig for bankers if you ask me. Here in the UK our free health care system is a national treasure. It's not perfect but it works.

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