The Lowdown on Short-Term Care
Think short-term care might not be for you? You may want to think again. Short-term care insurance can be a viable, more affordable alternative to traditional long-term care plans and can help cover expenses should you find yourself in a situation when you require care from either a nursing facility or even home health care. […]
Health Insurance after Breast Cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer affects both women, men, and their families. Knowing the facts and making sure you have adequate coverage in case you or someone you love is diagnosed can make a significant difference in your recovery and can help improve your quality of life. According to the American Cancer Society, […]
How Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period Could Affect Your Medicare Plan
Annual Enrollment Period for Medicare Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP)—commonly referred to as “Medicare open enrollment” takes place between October 15th and December 7th. During this time, people enrolled in Medicare can change their health plans and prescription drug coverage. Your current Medicare health and drug plans can change and you may notice differences in […]
Don’t Let Stress Get the Best of You
Life can be stressful, but being able to identify the source and effectively handle it can greatly benefit your health and well-being. The causes of stress can come from many different places. For working individuals, job-related stress can include unhappiness, long hours, a heavy work load and fear of termination, among many others. Unfortunately, some people […]
Awareness is Key to Avoiding Senior Scams
Of all of the demographic groups who fall victim to scams, it seems seniors are among the most vulnerable. It’s estimated that one in five Americans over the age of 65 are victims of financial abuse. In order to avoid being a victim of a scam, it’s essential to be aware of the various ways that […]
Celebrating the Treats of Summer While Staying Healthy
Summer is the time to spend your days soaking in the sun, splashing in the pool and grilling out with friends. Some people might be found spending an afternoon at the ball park, indulging in traditional fare such as hot dogs, popcorn and pretzels. Parents and kids on summer vacation may be more inclined to […]
Navigating the Seas of Medicare – Know What Medicare Plan A and Plan B Cover
Medicare is an essential program for seniors, probably equal in importance to Social Security in providing benefits to insure the health and financial well-being of individuals over the age of 65, people under 65 with certain disabilities or people of any age with End-Stage Renal Disease. In fact, the importance of Medicare is growing. A […]
Men’s Health: A Little Prevention Goes a Long Way
June, the month we celebrate our fathers, is also International Men’s Health Month. The goal of Men’s Health Month is to heighten awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of these conditions among men and boys. Although male life expectancy has increased, from an average of 68.8 to 76.3 years, as […]
Switching Your Primary Care Physician: Tips And Tricks, Part 2
Part of living a healthy lifestyle is finding a doctor that you trust. Once you shop around and narrow your options down to one physician, he or she will likely want to see you for an initial check up. From managing health care expenses to working with the doctor to better understand your care options, […]
Switching Your Primary Care Physician: Tips And Tricks, Part 1
Whether you switched health insurance policies or simply need a doctor who better meets your needs, finding a new primary care physician can be tricky. This professional is your go-to for all basic health needs. Especially if you have any special conditions, you want a doctor who you can trust completely. This is particularly true […]
