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Month: September 2020

Medicare & Medicaid: Dual Eligibility

February 5, 2025September 17, 2020 by Joe Manichia
dual eligibility

Almost all Americans know that Medicare is a government-funded healthcare program for citizens over 65. Most people also know that Medicaid is the government-funded healthcare … Read more

Tags Dual Eligible, health insurance, Medicaid, medicare

Should I Re-evaluate My Medicare Benefits?

January 24, 2025September 16, 2020 by Macee Hall
It is important for beneficiaries to re-evaluate their Medicare benefits regularly.

For years, you’ve worked hard to ensure that your family was taken care of. Now, you’re finally able to retire and are eligible for Medicare … Read more

Tags Annual Enrollment Period, medicare, Medicare Advantage, medicare benefits, medicare review, Retirement

Trial On Mice Could Lead To Better Astronaut Recovery

January 20, 2025September 15, 2020 by Joe Manichia
astronaut recovery

Most people have seen the images and videos of astronauts running on treadmills that they are strapped down to, and this is necessary because astronauts … Read more

Tags current events, health, Medical Advancements

Mental Health Ramifications Of The Pandemic

January 20, 2025September 14, 2020 by Joe Manichia
mental health ramifications of the pandemic

A recent study by Metlife found that the pandemic has had quite a large impact on people’s mental health, especially younger employees. The study found … Read more

Tags anxiety, COVID-19, health & safety, mental health, wellness

Coronavirus Vaccine Distribution Discussions Continue

January 20, 2025September 9, 2020 by Joe Manichia
vaccine distribution

Since the pandemic began, several companies including BioNTech and Pfizer have been working towards creating the world’s first COVID-19 vaccine. The time when that race … Read more

Tags COVID-19, current events, government acts & responses, preventative health measures, vaccinations

Trump Administration Buys 150 Million BinaxNOW Tests

January 20, 2025September 8, 2020 by Macee Hall
President Trump recently signed a $760 million deal to buy 150 million BinaxNOW tests from Abbott Laboratories.

On August 27, the Trump administration sent out an official press release stating that President Trump signed a $760 million deal to purchase 150 million … Read more

Tags COVID-19, current events, government acts & responses, health & safety, Medical Advancements

CMS Waives Requirements for Hurricane-Impacted Hospitals

January 20, 2025September 7, 2020 by Jeffrey Cooperstein

In the aftermath of Hurricane Laura, hospitals in non-impacted areas are working in overdrive providing care for hospitals in the affected regions. Laura was a … Read more

Tags cms, current events, medicare, Special Enrollment Period, Weather

Guaranteed Monthly Income In Retirement

January 20, 2025September 6, 2020 by Joe Manichia
guaranteed monthly income

Recently, AIG released a list of topics to discuss with your financial advisor about guaranteed monthly income. As you approach retirement, it is always important … Read more

Tags Annuities, finances, Retirement, senior lifestyle, workforce

Writing by Hand Improves Retention and Brain Function

January 20, 2025September 5, 2020 by Macee Hall
Writing by hand may improve information retention and brain function among people of all ages.

Humanity is fast becoming more and more reliant on modern technology. Although we don’t have flying cars or robot butlers, we do carry palm-sized computers … Read more

Tags cognitive decline, cognitive health, eye health, wellness

Convalescent Plasma Treatment Authorized by FDA

January 20, 2025September 3, 2020 by Macee Hall
Convalescent plasma treatment is administered from an IV drip, as seen here. The treatment may lessen the side effects of COVID-19.

On August 23, President Trump made the announcement that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officially authorized convalescent plasma therapy as a treatment for victims … Read more

Tags COVID-19, current events, government acts & responses, health, Medical Advancements
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