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A round up of the latest good news, progress and actions in the public interest.
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Efficient water heaters will cut pollution, save money, save lives
STATEMENT: Biden administration takes steps to protect Arctic from drilling
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Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Energy Department finalizes efficiency standards for tankless water heaters
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How to get a good faith estimate for medical and dental care
Here are the steps to getting a written good faith estimate before receiving scheduled medical or dental care.
How I got my finances in order
Even with the knowledge I’ve gained working as a consumer advocate for several years, getting my finances in order has been a work in progress.
How I started my estate and end-of-life planning
Until recently, I did not have estate and end-of-life planning in mind, but it was the natural next step in my quest to be a responsible adult, with a nudge from the existential threat of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Resources I used to prepare my advance directive
Advance directives are legal instructions that include a living will (different from a regular will) and a health care proxy. In them, you state what treatments you do or don’t want at the end of your life and who you want making health care decisions for you if you can’t.
What I decided to do after shopping for long-term care insurance
Before listening to In Case You Get Hit By a Bus, I didn’t know about insurance that covers the costs of long-term care, such as home health care or nursing home care, for people who need assistance with daily living activities.