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Wonderful article: http://www.katc.com/news/types-of-insurance-for-illness-or-injury/ No one wants to think about it. But any of us can become seriously sick or injured. The odds are much higher than you might assume -- and without insurance, the financial impact of disability can be devastating. Surveys show that we think we only have a 1% to 2% risk of disability. The reality is actually more like 30% over the course of a career, says Barry Lundquist, president of the nonprofit Council for Disability Awareness. Conditions such as arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, and depression can compromise your ability to work. The costs of treatment, care, and lost income can be huge. "People tend to think that they're much better protected against disability than they really are," says Richard Frank, PhD, deputy assistant secretary for disability, aging, and long-term care policy at the Department of Health and Human Services in Washington. How can you shield yourself and your fa...

16 1-inch-thick lamb rib or shoulder (about 3 1/4 pounds), frenched, if desired 2 tablespoons olive oil Sprinkle lamb chops with salt and pepper. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in 2 batches, sauté lamb chops until browned on both sides and cooked to medium-rare, about 2 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer to platter and tent with foil to keep warm. Arrange 2 chops on each of 8 plates. Top each chop with rounded teaspoonful Bernaise Sauce and serve. Bernaise Sauce 2 egg yolks 3 tbsp. lemon juice 1/2 c. firm butter 1 tbsp. minced onion 1 tsp. tarragon leaves 2 tbsp. white wine In small pan, stir yolks and lemon briskly with wooden spoon. Stir in one half of the butter and all of the onion and tarragon over low heat until melted. Add the rest of the butter. Stir briskly until butter is melted. Be sure butter melts SLOWLY. I am serving this tonight with Roasted Potatoes and Salad! Roasted Potatoes 2 pounds red potatoes, cut into quarters 2 tablespoons vegetable o...