There's no way I can afford that

February 07, 2020 | 14m 00s

In this story, a man shares his experience with a plethora of health concerns.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:60 - 69

GENDER:Male

EDUCATION:More than a college degree

RACE/ETHNICITY:White

LOCATION (ZIP Code 1st digit):1xxxx

PERSPECTIVE:Patient

STORY TYPE

BODY PART(S):Brain and Nerves; Digestive System; Eyes and Vision; Kidneys and Urinary System; Mental Health

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:Diabetes; Brain and Nerves; Genetics/Birth Defects; Having multiple health conditions at the same time

TOPIC:Finding out a diagnosis; Being treated; Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Supporting family members who are sick; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you; Describing how easy or hard it has been for you to get the health care you need

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