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by Bostonian 2369 days ago
Let's be realistic. Do you think even 1% of health care expenditures are paid by Go Fund Me appeals?
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I doubt it, but, I have been hit up for Go Fund Me money multiple times by people trying to cover unexpected medical expenses. They included friends, neighbors, and my literal actual boss. So, while I doubt it's an appreciable amount in absolute terms, it definitely seems normal.