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diabetes — Parts of the country have been experiencing record-breaking temperatures. While everyone is feeling the effects of the heat, individuals with diabetes are especially at risk. Having both diabetes and extreme heat can be a dangerous combination. Heat and moderate-to-high physical activity may cause excessive sweating, dehydration, and glucose spikes. People […]

Why Having Diabetes in Extreme Heat Can Be Dangerous

July 30, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare / Uncategorized tagged blood glucose levels / dehydration / diabetes / heat / heatstroke / insulin / insulin pump / summer / test strips / type 1 / type 2 by Kayla Gonzalez

https://unsplash.com/@wedding_dreamz?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText — Diabetes Prevention Program Seniors at risk for type 2 diabetes may find help managing their overall health. Medicare Part B offers a free once-per-lifetime Diabetes Prevention Program to those who qualify. The program is part of the CDC’s National Diabetes Prevention Program aimed at lifestyle changes to reduce an individual’s […]

Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program

March 24, 2021 in Health / Medicare tagged diabetes / diabetes prevention / lifestyle classes / realistic lifestyle changes / support and coaching by Cali Naughton

Prevent Type 2 Diabetes — White House Announces Plan For Medicare Cap On Insulin The Trump Administration announced a new type of Medicare prescription drug plan that will cap insulin costs at $35 a month for seniors, a savings estimated at $446 annually. The new insulin benefit will be available in all 50 states, the […]

White House Announces Plan For Medicare Cap On Insulin

June 2, 2020 in Medicare tagged diabetes / government acts & responses / medicare / Medicare Advantage / Medicare Costs by Jenny McCann

Coffee is one of the most consumed beverages in the world. In fact, Americans drink more coffee than soda, tea, and juice combined. People have a long history of enjoying coffee’s dark brew. It is steeped into our culture and is often the preferred “eye opening” morning drink to start […]

Is Coffee Good for You?

May 6, 2020 in Medicare tagged diabetes / heart health / Nutrition / wellness by Jenny McCann

Becoming vegan at an older age has both risks and benefits. The diet puts many at risk for nutrient deficiency but can be a good way to boost your health. A vegan diet allows “no seafood, dairy, or other animal products,” which is where we receive many of our necessary […]

Becoming Vegan at an Older Age

February 4, 2020 in Health / Medicare tagged diabetes / diet / heart disease / medicare / obesity by Emily Schellin

artificial sweeteners — The Dangers of Artificial Sweeteners Artificial sweeteners sound like a pretty great deal; you get the sweetness without the added calories of actual sugar. Excessive sugar intake can lead to weight gain, high blood pressure, diabetes, and increased risk for heart disease. There are around 150 calories in one 12 […]

The Dangers of Artificial Sweeteners

April 28, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged diabetes / health / health & safety by Andrea Hektner

sugar consumption — The Dangers of Sugar Consumption Most people have a love-hate relationship with sugar. Even though it makes your taste buds happy, it can lead to several health issues, such as heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. Sugar is a natural component of foods that contain carbohydrates, including grains, dairy, and fruits […]

The Dangers of Sugar Consumption

April 26, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged diabetes / diet / health / medicare by Andrea Hektner

hearing loss — Age-Related Hearing Loss Presbycusis is the medical term for the slow hearing loss that older people develop. It is one of the most common afflictions that affect older adults. Within the inner ear, lie tiny hair cells which help with hearing. These hairs pick up sound waves and help your […]

Age-Related Hearing Loss

February 20, 2018 in Medicare tagged diabetes / ear health / health / wellness by Andrea Hektner

WHAT IS GLAUCOMA? January is glaucoma awareness month. Glaucoma is a condition that can lead to vision loss or blindness as it damages the eye’s optic nerve. Increased fluid builds up and creates pressure, which leads to the damage. The disease is the third most common cause of blindness in […]

Glaucoma Awareness Month

January 30, 2018 in Medicare tagged diabetes / eye health / preventative health measures by Andrea Hektner

What Is Ketosis? Ketosis is the survival state your body enters when deprived of glucose for energy. The body relies on storing fats instead, and acids called ketones build up from the fats in the liver. You can force your body into this state by lowering your carbohydrate intake. […]

What Is Ketosis?

January 23, 2018 in Health tagged diabetes / diet / high cholesterol by Andrea Hektner