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brien · Apr 17, 2007, 04:59 pm

Osborn & ZNFYRH I say, well said. ZNFRYH, there are insurance companies who discount premiums for non smokers and those of us who aren't obese. I don't know how that compares to inlcuding those people in the insurance pool for coverage when thier health problems increase the cost of payouts for the insurance company. But I am with you, if you find an insurance company that discriminates against the inclusion of smokers and over eaters, I would also sign up as well. Somehow, I don't think you will find one though, due to equity in insurance law issues.

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brien Iceberg Location: Connecticut Posts: 5,792	Osborn & ZNFYRH I say, well said. ZNFRYH, there are insurance companies who discount premiums for non smokers and those of us who aren't obese. I don't know how that compares to inlcuding those people in the insurance pool for coverage when thier health problems increase the cost of payouts for the insurance company. But I am with you, if you find an insurance company that discriminates against the inclusion of smokers and over eaters, I would also sign up as well. Somehow, I don't think you will find one though, due to equity in insurance law issues. Brien the Iceberg If you tell the truth you don't have to remember anything. M.T.