Five myths about healthcare, and the facts

It can be difficult to find honest information in the sea of scare tactics surrounding health care reform in the United States. Certain parties are counting on a massive campaign of lies and fear to stop any reforms. Salon.com has tackled five of the most prevalent myths and falsehoods being deliberately passed among our citizens.

Obama wants to kill your grandma

Over the last few weeks, opponents (of health care reform) have managed to get out their spin on the bill through talk radio, blogs, chain e-mails and other channels. And their talking points depend on a notably elastic approach to the truth. Here's a fact check of some of the more alarming claims that the right is making about healthcare reform, claims that are already hardening into myth.

Give it a fast read to educate and protect yourself from the insurance company attacks.