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Ebola Virus The Democratic Republic of Congo has experienced its ninth outbreak of the Ebola virus in the past forty years. The United States had an outbreak in 2014, prompting the disease to make headlines. Ebola hemorrhagic fever affects humans, as well as primates, such as chimps. The virus has […]

Ebola Virus

May 26, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged health / health & safety / vaccinations / wellness by Andrea Hektner

Climate Change & Seasonal Allergies Types of Allergies Around 23 million Americans suffer from hay fever, a term for when pollen or dust particles irritate the eyes, nose, and throat. Symptoms include congestion, sneezing, scratchy throat, runny nose, and watery eyes. Allergies are the immune system’s reaction to a foreign […]

Climate Change And Seasonal Allergies

May 11, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged health / health & safety / self-care / Weather by Andrea Hektner

How Does A Vaccine Work? Vaccinations have been around since 1796 and have resulted in the eradication and control of multiple diseases worldwide. Smallpox killed millions of people before Dr. Edward Jenner discovered vaccination in the late 18th century. Because vaccinations are usually considered preventative, many insurance plans cover these […]

How Does A Vaccine Work?

May 10, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged health / health & safety / self-care / vaccinations by Andrea Hektner

Anxiety Levels Increase in 2018 According to a survey released by the American Psychiatric Association, more Americans report feeling ‘more anxious’ this year than last year. This percentage is a little more than double the number of people who reported feeling less anxiety at the same time during 2017. On […]

Anxiety Levels Increase in 2018

May 9, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged health / health & safety / Medicaid / Medicare Advantage by Andrea Hektner

Tracking Your UV Exposure Sun exposure can result in vitamin D, a release of endorphins, and a smooth tan. However, it can also lead to premature aging and skin cancer. Experts estimate that about 9,500 people are diagnosed with skin cancer per day. You can limit your UV exposure by […]

Tracking Your UV Exposure

May 5, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged health / health & safety / wellness by Andrea Hektner

The Truth About Sun Damage We have all heard that too much sun exposure can lead to negative effects, including premature aging and skin cancer. But why? While UVB radiation can help the skin produce vitamin D, which plays a role in muscle health and bone formation, it can also […]

How Sun Damage Ages You

May 3, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged cancer / health / health & safety by Andrea Hektner

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

radiation therapy — What Is Radiation Therapy? Radiation therapy is a common treatment for cancer and uses high-energy waves to destroy cancer cells. The therapy uses gamma rays, x-rays, electron beams, or protons to damage the cells. How Does Radiation Work? In a healthy adult, the cells divide to create new cells, but […]

What Is Radiation Therapy?

April 20, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged cancer / health / health & safety by Andrea Hektner

Chemotherapy — How Does Chemotherapy Work? Doctors use chemotherapy as a treatment for cancer. Chemotherapy is the process by which the drugs kill cancer cells, and prevent them from dividing and growing. Effectiveness can vary, depending on the stage and type of cancer, and side effects can be severe. How Does Chemotherapy […]

How Does Chemotherapy Work?

April 19, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged cancer / health / health & safety / heart health by Andrea Hektner

balance — Improving Your Balance The ability to keep yourself upright and maintain equilibrium is known as balance. Our sense of balance declines as we age, and by age 65, one in four adults suffer from a serious fall. Visionary cues, nerve receptors in our ears, and the nerves in our muscles […]

Improving Your Balance

March 29, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged health / health & safety / Medigap / mindfulness by Andrea Hektner