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A sales tax on doctor visits and medicine? In Missouri, some worry

Missouri health care advocate Leslie Ortbals and her husband want to start a family, but she worries they can't afford it. The 27-year-old said she takes 10 medications daily to manage multiple chronic illnesses.

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A proposal in Missouri has sparked concerns among residents, particularly those with chronic health conditions, about the potential impact on their healthcare expenses. The plan under consideration would introduce a sales tax on doctor visits and medicine, which could significantly increase costs for individuals relying on these services. For someone like Leslie Ortbals, who takes 10 medications daily, this could be particularly burdensome. The implications of this proposal are unclear, but it is evident that it would affect those who already face significant healthcare expenses.

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