Many Americans may be putting finances at risk as they make health their top priority for 2021

An increase in certain bad financial habits – likely brought on by the pandemic – could be one reason why Americans are feeling more stressed this year.

By Alan Goforth | December 15, 2020 at 10:52 AM

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After a volatile year driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, the majority of Americans understandably say health and wellness is their top priority for 2021. Unfortunately, however, this may come at the expense of their long-term finances at risk, according to a new study conducted by Allianz Life.

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