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diplomatpuppy on June 29, 2017 | parent | context | favorite | on: Thoughts on Insurance

>> I can't really choose whether or not I get psoriasis or have a heart attack.

Because being overweight can lead to adult onset diabetes, I'm choosing to slim down so as to have a better chance at living.

ceejayoz on June 29, 2017 | [–]

That's wonderful, and many health insurers will reward with discounts for such behavior. Mine gives credits for gym memberships, for example.

Not every health condition is preventable.

mfringel on June 29, 2017 | [–]

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