Insider Today: Hallways are disappearing
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Welcome back to our Saturday edition! Do your grandparents give you something from their home every time you visit? They may be practicing "Swedish death cleaning." It can be a lesson in decluttering.
On the agenda:
- Your next home might not have a hallway.
- The routines Wall Street's rising stars use to stay on top of their game.
- How Issa Rae turned authenticity into wild success.
- Luxury hotels are getting into the wellness game with IV drips and stem cell therapy.
But first: Want an MRI with your mojito?
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This week's dispatch
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Meet the MedTourists
When Imani Bashir books a dental appointment, she also books a flight to Mexico. The 37-year-old Washington, DC resident, who grew up in the US without health insurance, told Business Insider she finds it easier and cheaper to book medical appointments there than where she lives.
"It always feels good when you feel like you can take care of yourself, and financially, it's not going to be a detriment to your life and your health," she said.
Bashir isn't the only one mixing travel with healthcare. Millions of Americans — many without health insurance — are trekking abroad to take advantage of cheaper medical care, saving 40% to 90% on the services they receive.
The procedures range from dental work to cosmetic enhancements, such as hair transplants. Breast implants and liposuction are the most popular services.
Medical tourism isn't a new phenomenon. The costs of prescription drugs, doctor visits, and hospitalization are notoriously higher in the US compared to many other countries.
If you decide to book a flight to prioritize your health, remember to ensure you're booking appointments at facilities with international accreditation, seek follow-up care back home, and if you're getting anything cosmetic, watch out for these red flags.
RIP, hallways
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American homes are getting squeezed for space. Literally.
Newly constructed homes are smaller and more expensive than homes built 13 years ago. As a result, developers have had to get creative to maximize usable space. That's bad news for hallways: They've become the first casualty of new homebuilding.
Why your next house might not have one.
Staying sharp on the Street
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Climbing the ranks on Wall Street isn't easy. The work is demanding and the hours are long. That's why taking time to unwind is essential for staying sharp on the job.
But not all finance professionals are indulging in cold plunges or biohacking trends. From spending time with friends and family to taking up hobbies, Wall Street's rising stars shared the habits they follow to stay on top of their game.
How top talent stays grounded.
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The world according to Issa
Cast Jewelry
Issa Rae, the creator of the award-winning HBO show "Insecure," is profiting big in Hollywood thanks to one secret weapon: her authenticity.
The 39-year-old shared her formula for peak creativity, her hacks for business success, and the red flags she's learned to avoid in the industry. There's also one habit Rae credits her accomplishments to. (Night owls, you may not like it.)
Issa Rae's skills for success.
An IV drip by the pool
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Who doesn't love a little luxury? Pampering is good for the skin and the soul — and at these swanky hotels, it might even help you live longer.
Resorts are cashing in on the wealthy's obsession with longevity by charging guests tens of thousands for "medical wellness" treatments. Some examples: $44,000 stem cell and ozone therapies, and full-body MRIs.
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What we're watching this weekend
Apple TV+
- "Disclaimer": Cate Blanchett and Kevin Kline star in the Apple TV+ drama about a woman whose long-buried secret threatens to derail her life.
- "The Menendez Brothers": On the heels of the controversial Ryan Murphy drama "Monsters" comes the Netflix documentary exploring the 1989 murder of Jose and Kitty Menendez by their sons, Lyle and Erik. It includes exclusive prison interviews with the convicted killers.
- "Abbott Elementary": The hit ABC sitcom returned this week, and its season four premiere is now on Hulu.
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Deals we love
- Vegan leather that lasts: We tested Freja's viral vegan-leather bags. Not only are they beautifully modern in design, but they also hold up well over time.
- Budget TVs that feel expensive: You don't need to spend thousands to get a display with worthwhile performance. These four TVs offer built-in smart features and advanced picture quality features for under $500.
- A gentle alarm clock: Stop jolting yourself awake to a jarring alarm. Before we turn back the clocks, consider an alternative, like a sunrise alarm clock. We found the five best ones for a gentle yet effective wake-up call.
More of this week's top reads:
- A golf course "cart girl" shares the biggest mistakes customers make.
- The Philadelphia Eagles' dietitian shares two protein sources his players love.
- Behind the scenes of the Trump movie Trump doesn't want you to see.
- Two ways a top nutrition scientist lowered his blood pressure after a stroke.
- Want to talk about finances on a date? Don't be like Leo from "Love is Blind."
- What it's like to try a "no-buy year."
- How an unknown actor landed a role in "Joker: Folie à Deux."
- Heather Graham explains how she rewrote her own career.
- Where to stay on Lazarus Island, just 20 minutes from Singapore.
- Dine out at Hong Kong's only Michelin-starred Korean restaurant.
The Insider Today team: Dan DeFrancesco, deputy editor and anchor, in New York City. Jordan Parker Erb, editor, in New York. Lisa Ryan, executive editor, in New York. Amanda Yen, fellow, in New York. Grace Lett, editor, in Chicago.