Yearly Archives: 2021

Ear health and hearing loss have massive impacts on overall quality of life. Photo by Jessica Flavia on Unsplash.
To Hear and Be Heard… Ahhh, youth.  Everything seems easier to the rosy-cheeked, limber-limbed, and unjaded.  The senses are sharp and clear.  The body feels and functions.  And if you’re fortunate enough to have access to the right care and resources, you can work to extend the senses of childhood […]

The ESSENTIAL Health Tip That You Haven’t Heard Before

 in Health  tagged decibel limit / dosimeter / ear health / hearing loss / NIOSH / noise dosimeter / OSHA by
Help Quitting Quitting smoking can be a daunting task when you go it alone. Your Medicare Part B insurance may be able to help. Through their tobacco counseling program, you may receive extra help in order to kick the habit for good. The Facts Tragically, smoking causes the death of […]

Can Medicare Help You Quit Smoking?

 in Health / Medicare  tagged effects of smoking / get help stopping smoking / health risks of smoking / Medicare's Tobacco Counseling Program / quit smoking / tobacco conseling by
COBRA
The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) allows employees to continue obtaining coverage from their employer-sponsored health insurance if they are let go or get reduced hours that no longer allow them to qualify. Employers with 50 or more full-time employees have to provide health insurance coverage and help with […]

What is COBRA?

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smartphone
Cell phones have made such significant innovations and it seems everyone has one. A smartphone allows us to have everything at our disposal. We can watch a movie, read a book, catch up on the news, talk to loved ones, do some online shopping, pay bills, etc. at any point […]

Ways to Spend Less Time on Your Smartphone

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Drug-gene testing may be the answer to getting patients DNA-compatible medications. Photo by the National Cancer Institute on Unsplash.
Understanding drugs and your DNA… Did you know that a DNA sample can tell you how you’ll respond to certain drugs?  A new and increasingly popular practice called pharmacogenomic testing, or drug-gene testing, makes it possible to sequence a patient’s DNA and determine which medications will work with their body… […]

Drug-Gene Testing: Is Your DNA the Future of Pharmaceuticals?

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Check out these ACA changes in the American Rescue Plan.
The recent American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 includes some significant changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA). From now until August 15, those eligible for ACA coverage will be able to switch their health care plans and save money in the process, thanks to the expanded subsidy guidelines available […]

ACA Changes in the American Rescue Plan

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Coverage for Acupuncture Suffering from chronic lower back pain? While this is a frustrating situation, the good news is that Medicare Part B may cover acupuncture treatments for you. Acupuncture has long been known for its benefits of relieving muscle pain and tension and has become an increasingly popular choice […]

Medicare for Acupuncture

 in Health / Medicare  tagged Acupuncture for Back Pain / acupuncture treatment / back pain relief / how does acupuncture work / lower back pain / Medicare for acupuncture by
Restorative Yoga
  A Gentle Approach Restorative Yoga offers a gentle and more accessible approach to yoga while providing benefits such as easing muscle tension, relieving stress, and improving sleep. It is a slow quiet practice that focuses on relaxation, deep stretching, and opening your mind to a meditative state. It provides […]

Restorative Yoga

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