Monday, 19 January 2015

I have a preexisting condition. So what happens if Republicans repeal Obamacare? | Nell Boeschenstein

I have the BRCA1 breast cancer mutation. I also have a file of medical bills that my insurance currently covers because of the law the GOP promises to rescind

I keep good track of healthcare policy conversations. I was and am a supporter of the Affordable Care Act (known colloquially as Obamacare). I’m personally grateful it prohibits discrimination against patients with pre-existing conditions, like BRCA mutations or depression or high cholesterol, because it means that I no longer worry that I’m uninsurable.

I am a healthy 34 year-old woman – but I’m BRCA1 positive, meaning that I’m high risk for breast and ovarian cancers. I pay attention to my health – and my healthcare.

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