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Obama says ‘we’ve talked this problem to death,’ urges action on US health care overhaul – Metro US

Obama says ‘we’ve talked this problem to death,’ urges action on US health care overhaul

WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama says it is time for the U.S. to take action on his proposed health care overhaul because “we’ve talked this problem to death.”

Obama on Monday said out-of-pocket costs for Americans are spiraling while health insurance companies have reaped record profits. He says families are spending more for less care.

Obama visited a children’s hospital and spoke with doctors and nurses about the shortcomings of the health care system. Obama says they are forced to work in a system that favours drug companies and insurance companies, not care.

Obama said the need for change is urgent and indisputable. He says those who oppose him want to preserve the status quo. He says changing the system is more important than politics or his personal reputation.