This MSNBC Host, Tiffany Cross health-scare story is a testament to the need for Medicare for All.

[egbertowillies]

Tiffany Cross did what many should; tell their health-scare stories. Hers is one many women suffer, especially those without insurance.

https://egbertowillies.com/2021/09/25/this-msnbc-host-tiffany-cross-health-scare-story-is-a-testament-to-the-need-for-medicare-for-all/

[Deuxcents]

1. I watched her this morning

Her story touched me as I’ve had my fibroid issues, too. I’m glad she brought this to light n I did not realize how this affects so many women of color. She was very brave n I have a new respect for her. Our healthcare is broken so here’s hoping her testimony starts some real serious changes by getting this discussion started.. again

[Hortensis]

2. She needed HEALTHCARE, not politics. And got it through Obamacare, the ACA.

Cross was affluent and young enough that she hadn't bothered to get (i.e., pay for) health insurance before she developed a serious problem. She thought she could just write a check for anything that happened.

But when she discovered she was mistaken, she promptly obtained the health coverage she needed through the ACA. Probably took her about 15 minutes at most to type in her name and address and be accepted, most of it spent deciding which company's policy she wanted.

RIGHT NOW, Democrats are working to extend coverage under the ACA to those who need it in those states that have refused it so far. As part of our reconciliation package.

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3. She was unemployed

And had no health insurance is what she said. I did not get the same message from her that you did.

[Rhiannon12866]

4. I had the same issue.

I had 2 uterine myomectomies to remove the fibroids at Mass General in Boston in the '90s and a uterine embolization, which made them shrink and disappear, in the local hospital in 2000. Yes, I had health insurance - but I never considered a hysterectomy, much more drastic surgery, nor was it suggested. Sounds like she needed a different doctor.

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5. she was 40

I think that was part of it. My sister had a related problem and didn't get a hysterectomy but she was approaching 30 not 40.

[Rhiannon12866]

6. I was 41.

Back in the day, when 2 of my aunts had issues, hysterectomy was the usual option. These days, the only reason for such extreme surgery would be cancer. I read up on it when I was facing surgery, and hysterectomy was the most extreme option. What cured me, back in August of 2000, was the uterine embolization. That involves two tiny incisions and blocking off the arteries that feed the fibroids, causing them to shrink and eventually disappear. My hospital stay was only overnight. I found the right doctor - and this was at the local hospital here in Glens Falls, New York.