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What Life Insurance Companies Look for in Prescription Records When You Apply

1+ hour, 27+ min ago  (825+ words) Changes to Federal Student Loans WSJ Buy Side is The Wall Street Journal's research and commerce team. Our commerce content is distinct from our newsroom coverage. We earn a commission from some links in our articles. Learn more." We look…...

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How No-Exam Underwriting Works: Where Insurers Get Your Data

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (1382+ words) Insurance companies access a variety of medical and personal records to assess your life expectancy In the past, you usually had to take a life insurance medical exam before buying a life insurance policy. But technological advances now allow insurers…...

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How Cancer Affects Life Insurance Underwriting

1+ mon, 4+ day ago  (1257+ words) Getting life insurance after cancer depends on the cancer type, grade, treatment and timing Updated May 8, 2026, 9: 27 AM EDT A cancer diagnosis once made it difficult to qualify for life insurance, but life insurance companies are now feeling more comfortable accepting…...

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Tips to prepare for a life insurance medical exam

4+ mon, 6+ day ago  (1046+ words) Taking key steps ahead of time can help you present the best case during the exam and qualify for better rates Updated February 5, 2026, 1: 55 PM EST Your health is one of the key factors insurers use to determine your life insurance…...

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Life Insurance for People with Diabetes

3+ mon, 3+ day ago  (1119+ words) Advances in technology and treatment are making it easier for people with diabetes to get better life insurance rates Updated March 9, 2026, 10: 01 AM EDT The number of Americans with diabetes has increased significantly in the past decade. More than 40 million Americans…...

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Health Care Roundup: Market Talk

3+ mon, 6+ day ago  (166+ words) WSJ Health Care Roundup: Market Talk The latest Market Talks covering the Health Care sector. Published exclusively on Dow Jones Newswires at 4: 20 ET, 12: 20 ET and 16: 50 ET. 0340 ET " Germany's Merck KGa A issued guidance for 2026 that at its midpoint implies cuts…...

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Life Insurance for Children

3+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1584+ words) We break down the pros and cons to help you decide if this coverage is worth the cost Updated February 27, 2026, 9: 03 AM EST For families, life insurance is often a financial safety guard put in place in case a parent dies,…...

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How Does Marijuana Use Factor into Life Insurance Coverage?

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (1302+ words) Many life insurance companies are softening their stance on cannabis, but the difference between "occasional user" and "smoker" rates can still cost you thousands Updated February 19, 2026, 10: 20 AM EST Marijuana use is becoming increasingly popular in the United States, with more…...

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What Is Full Coverage Insurance?

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (1113+ words) Updated February 18, 2026, 5: 07 PM EST A full coverage car insurance policy contains a broader range of coverage than a policy with liability-only car insurance. While liability-only car insurance covers other people's bills for accidents you cause, full coverage insurance also covers…...

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United Health Chief Made Private Side Bets on Healthcare Startups

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (12+ words) The Wall Street Journal...

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