A bitter pill to swallow


TWO years after his retirement at the age of 60, father of two, Peter Hoe decided to stop paying for his medical insurance and instead rely on public healthcare.

The escalating cost of medical insurance, where he was paying more than RM10,000 a year, was the major factor in his decision.

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Brian Martin

Brian Martin

Brian Martin is the managing editor of The Star.

   

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