When I came back to the States my job situation was such that I had to get health insurance through Student Health because it was unclear when, or if, I would ever gain permanent status.

In April, when my status finally changed I was unable to afford the monthly cost, so continued with my student health plan, even though it is sub-par. About a month ago, I began looking into alternative health insurance options with the expiration of my student health on the near horizon.

I went online, god love the Internet, and applied for a plan, through Aetna, that was affordable and had almost everything I wanted. It wasn't the best plan, but one that would fit my needs until I can get a teaching job and insurance through my school.

About a day after applying I received an email saying that I had been denied, and couldn't figure out why. But an insurance representative was going to contact me and discuss why and further options.

Well, the representative never called. Instead I got an email telling me that because my BMI is too high (read: you're fat) and suffering from depression such that requires me to take anti-depressants they cannot offer me a plan.

So, because I'm trying to improve my health (eating better and taking care of my mental health) you're denying me? Seriously?

Hey Aetna. You suck.