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Medicare Resources — Imagine not being able to afford the healthcare you need for an extremely dangerous condition. And then worrying about whether you should even get the treatment. Or constantly stressing out about how you’re going to pay for the surgery that can save your life? Stressing out about the costs of […]

Aetna: Nurses with No Boundaries

December 9, 2017 in Medicare tagged alternative care / alternative therapy / Insurance Carrier News & Products / insurance help by Andrea Hektner

Individuals affected by the hurricanes in Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands will be eligible to switch, enroll and disenroll in MAPD and PDP plans until December 31st. Individuals affected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, and Tropical Storm Nate have […]

Hurricane Special Enrollment Period for Those Affected by Recent Storms

December 8, 2017 in Medicare tagged current events / government acts & responses / medicare / Medicare Advantage / Special Enrollment Period by Andrea Hektner

Welcome back to the Dynamic Duo with me, Allie Shipman, and my partner, John Shinn. We are with Empower Brokerage. Today, John and I want to talk to you about a great product that fits perfectly with your Medicare Advantage plan. Guarantee Trust Life, or GTL for short, is a […]

Hospital Indemnity Plan from GTL

December 6, 2017 in Medicare tagged Annual Enrollment Period / hospital indemnity plan / Insurance Carrier News & Products / medicare / medicare advangate by Andrea Hektner

Hemophilia — The Tissue Biopsy A biopsy is the removal of a small piece of tissue or cells. This is then analyzed under a microscope to look for abnormalities or mutations. A biopsy is one of the first steps a doctor will take when a patient exhibits symptoms of cancer or another […]

How the Liquid Biopsy Can Change Cancer Treatment

December 1, 2017 in Health / Medicare tagged cancer / health / Medical Advancements / preventative health measures by Andrea Hektner

Fitness wearables have been an exceptionally useful tool in helping people lose weight. It also helps people stay on track of their health. Many notable companies have been implementing a subsidiary program for their members to use the technology and track it. If they make a certain goal or hit […]

UnitedHealthcare Motion Implements Fitness Wearables

November 27, 2017 in Health / Medicare tagged health insurance / preventative health measures / senior fitness / Technology / wellness by Andrea Hektner

In efforts to live a healthier life, many of us try different ways of changing habits in our daily lives. Taking vitamin supplements is a tempting way to add more nutrition in our lives. You might feel that you do not eat enough leafy greens or that you should probably […]

Are Vitamin Supplements Good for You?

November 25, 2017 in Health / Medicare tagged diet / Nutrition / preventative health measures / self-care by Andrea Hektner

Stay Active This Winter: Focus on Progress, Not the Cold During the chilly fall and winter seasons, it’s tempting to stay bundled up indoors and skip your workouts. Cozy blankets, hot chocolate, and big holiday dinners can make exercising feel like a chore. Staying active now has long-term benefits that […]

5 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Work Out This Winter!

November 16, 2017 in Health / Medicare tagged family / senior fitness / senior lifestyle / Weather by Andrea Hektner

Ah, yes, fall has come once again. The weather is cool, the leaves are falling, and pumpkin spice lattes warm our souls. Time to break out the winter clothes and snuggle up with a warm cup of hot cocoa. Just as we start to enjoy the changing of the seasons, […]

Is There More Sickness in the Fall?

November 14, 2017 in Health / Medicare tagged health / Seasonal Health / senior fitness / sleep health / Weather by Andrea Hektner

Fall is here, y’all! The the leaves are a kaleidoscope of colors, and the weather is just right for stroll through the park. Plus, there’s something about being outdoors in nature that gives us a sense of calm, clears our mind, and promotes happiness. What is it about getting fresh […]

Fresh Air Is Essential to Good Health

November 11, 2017 in Health / Medicare tagged health / mental health / natural remedies / nature / senior fitness by Andrea Hektner

The core idea behind retirement is to relax after working hard, but you may be surprised to experience some newfound sources of stress. Retirement is a huge life transition, just as marriage, children, and starting a new career. With any of these transitions comes uncertainty. This major milestone may leave […]

Retirement Transition Struggles and How to Handle Them

November 8, 2017 in Health / life / Medicare tagged family / Retirement / senior lifestyle / Social Security / socialization by Andrea Hektner