With funding for Affordable Care Act subsidies in question, it's a tricky time to buy health insurance no matter your age.

To get advice for Minnesotans turning 26 years old or leaving a parent’s or guardian’s plan, Cathy Wurzer talked with MNsure Communications Manager Mary Robinson.

The following transcript has been lightly edited for clarity and length. Listen to the conversation by clicking the player button above.

Why should young, healthy people bother paying for health insurance?

Health insurance provides important protection for people and their families in case an unexpected injury or illness happens; it's just not worth the gamble to go without. When I was in my 20s, there was a period of time when I didn't have health insurance. I was working multiple part-time jobs, and I w

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