Why small business is sick over health costs.
Overwhelmed by the cost of paying for health coverage, many small employers see their only options as cutting coverage, cutting staff or going out of business--any of which is bad news for communities and hospitals. There are creative alternatives to traditional insurance, and experts advise small businesses to explore those before taking drastic steps.
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