A staggering $413 billion worth of unpaid caregiving is performed each year, according to a recent discussion on The Grift Podcast. The episode, which also explores the link between liver health and Alzheimer's protection, highlights the immense economic and personal toll of informal care. While the full podcast dives deeper into the interplay between health and technology, this statistic underscores a critical societal issue often overlooked in economic metrics.
The Hidden $413 Billion Burden: Unpaid Caregiving Costs Revealed
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June 13, 2026 · 4:11 PM