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Historical Traditions: Christmas Trees

February 20, 2025December 28, 2020 by Macee Hall

Sit back, grab your favorite winter beverage, and enjoy learning about our third and final favorite famous Christmas tradition in this series, Christmas trees.

The holiday season is a time full of belief and tradition, and while some holiday traditions are self-explanatory, others are tied to legends dating back … Read more

The Science of mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines

February 20, 2025December 28, 2020 by Macee Hall

These new unique mRNA COVID-19 vaccines may not only change the course of the pandemic but may also change the way vaccinations are produced in the years to come.

The recent emergency approval and pending approval of Pfizer and Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccinations provide hope that the coronavirus pandemic’s end is closer than ever before … Read more

Writing a Letter to Santa in 2020

February 20, 2025December 14, 2020 by Macee Hall

Writing a letter to Santa is a big deal to many kids around the globe, and with Christmas and other holidays looking a little different this year, this seemingly simple tradition has taken new life through the challenges of the pandemic.

Writing a letter to Santa is a big deal to many kids around the globe, and with Christmas and other holidays looking a little different … Read more

Texas Will Receive Vaccine doses for 1.4 Million people

February 27, 2025December 6, 2020 by Jeffrey Cooperstein

Governor Greg Abbott said that Texas Will Receive Vaccine doses for 1.4 Million people upon both Pfizer and Moderna’s emergency use authorization approval by the … Read more

Questions About Medicare: What to Ask When Looking for Coverage

February 26, 2025December 2, 2020 by Macee Hall

Be sure to ask these important questions about Medicare plans when searching for a new policy!

Looking for new Medicare coverage for 2021? AEP is open until December 7! Be sure to ask these important questions about Medicare plans when searching … Read more

Amazon Pharmacy is Officially Up and Running

February 26, 2025November 30, 2020 by Macee Hall

Amazon, one of the U.S.’s largest online retailers, is making waves in the eCommerce community yet again with the announcement of Amazon Pharmacy. The new … Read more

Surprise Medical Billing in Michigan

February 20, 2025November 23, 2020 by Jeffrey Cooperstein

New legislation passed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer has made surprise medical billing in Michigan an illegal practice. The law prohibits medical providers from sending large … Read more

What is Long-Term Care Coverage

February 20, 2025November 21, 2020 by Macee Hall

Though typical health insurance and Medicare provide some long-term care coverage, many of the costs are left for the beneficiary to cover.

AARP reports that approximately half of all Americans aged 65 and up will need some form of long-term care in their lifetimes. Though typical health … Read more

Federal Government Covering COVID-19-Related Treatment for Uninsured

February 26, 2025November 6, 2020 by Macee Hall

The American government is currently covering COVID-19-related treatment for those without health insurance.

The current coronavirus pandemic has caused worldwide stress and anxiety, especially for older individuals, individuals with pre-existing health conditions, and those without health insurance. There … Read more

Navigating Medicare and Medicaid

February 26, 2025November 5, 2020 by Macee Hall

Although many people know the terms Medicare and Medicaid, it may be easy to confuse the two.

Many Americans are acquainted with the terms Medicare and Medicaid, but few are familiar with the policies each provides. Fortunately, there are many resources available … Read more