The High Costs of Bad Health and A Better Path Forward

A study by the National Bureau of Economic Research found that poor health has an annual cost of $2,415 in out of pocket spending and $3,113 in lost consumption.  The episode makes a compelling case that health should be a primary economic focus for individuals seeking to maximize their financial success. We do this by taking a closer look at the the costs of bad health and round things out with a discussion on ways everyone can ensure they are on a solid path to great health.      Blog Post: The High Costs of Bad Health NBER Study: The Liftime Costs of Bad Health