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cardiac rehabilitation — Heart issues may leave you with low energy and limited physical mobility. Luckily, are programs available that work to strengthen the physical, mental, and social wellbeing of those with cardiovascular disease. Cardiac rehabilitation programs, or CR programs, were created by specialists looking to stop or reverse the progression of cardiovascular […]

Why You Might Benefit From a Cardiac Rehabilitation Program

August 13, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare / Uncategorized tagged Blood Pressure / cardiac rehabilitation / cardiac rehabilitation program / cardiovascular system / exercising / heart disease / high cholesterol / nutrition counseling / physical therapy by Kayla Gonzalez

fda recall antacid — FDA Recalls More Antacids After Carcinogen Detected The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced more recalls for Antacids after a cancer-causing carcinogen was detected. Zantac and other generic heartburn medications have been found to contain trace amounts of N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA). The World Health Organization classifies NDMA as a “probable human […]

FDA Recalls More Antacids After Carcinogen Detected

January 29, 2020 in Medicare tagged heart disease / high cholesterol / medicare / Medigap by Jenny McCann

Today we will be covering a couple of supplemental plans. These are not to be confused with Medicare supplement. They are additional supplemental plans that can be added on to already existing health plans. The first plan is called the cancer treatment policy. Supplemental Cancer Treatment The benefits are fixed […]

Cigna Medicare Supplemental Plans

June 19, 2019 in Health / Medicare tagged cancer / cancer plans / heart disease / Insurance Carrier News & Products by Noah Thomas

hypertension — Hypertension: The Dangers of High Blood Pressure In May, we celebrate hypertension awareness on the 17th of each year. With one in three US adults having high blood pressure, only about half have it under control. Not being able to take control of your blood pressure can lead to severe complications […]

Hypertension: The Dangers of High Blood Pressure

May 17, 2018 in Health tagged health / heart disease / hypertension / wellness by Jadon Sennet

Fresh Celery Month — Happy National Fresh Celery Month! Apium graveloens, also known by its common name celery, is a vegetable commonly enjoyed around the world. It is a great source of antioxidants and various vitamins, such as K, C, and B6. Fresh celery has many cardiovascular benefits as well as heart health benefits. […]

Happy National Fresh Celery Month!

April 5, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged alternative therapy / heart disease / heart health / wellness by Andrea Hektner

risk of heart attack — What Happens During a Heart Attack? What Is a Heart Attack? When the flow of blood to the heart is suddenly blocked, specific muscles of the heart cannot get oxygen and begin to die. The damage can be managed when treatment is given at the first sign of symptoms. Causes […]

What Happens during a Heart Attack?

March 20, 2018 in Medicare tagged health / heart disease / heart health / high cholesterol by Andrea Hektner

Cancer, Accident, Stroke, and Hospital Indemnity Plans — As people age, the risk of developing chronic conditions rises. Life expectancy rates have increased over the past two decades, according to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME). Managing your lifestyle, such as diet, sleep schedule and taking the right preventative steps can keep you healthy over 65. […]

Chronic Conditions Common in Seniors

January 2, 2018 in Health / Medicare tagged Arthritis / cancer / diabetes / heart disease / preventative health measures by Andrea Hektner

National American Diabetes Month is observed in November in order to raise awareness about diabetes and its impact on over 30 million people in America alone. In addition, another 84 million people in the US are at high risk for developing type 2 diabetes. The National Diabetes Education Program’s theme […]

November: American Diabetes Month

November 29, 2017 in Health tagged diabetes / health insurance / heart disease / kidney disease / preventative health measures by Andrea Hektner

Are you a part of the 62% of Americans who own a pet? If so, you most certainly experience the countless health benefits of caring for your furry companion. As a senior, you may wonder if having a pet can improve your health and vitality. Studies show that pets can […]

Pets Give Seniors a Healthy Life

August 11, 2017 in Medicare tagged alternative therapy / heart disease / pets / self-care / senior lifestyle by Andrea Hektner

Common Pain Meds Linked to Higher Risk of Heart Disease Ibuprofen and other common painkillers have been linked to an increased risk of cardiac arrest, according to a new Danish study published in the European Heart Journal—Cardiovascular Pharmacotherapy. Authors say you should take caution when taking drugs, and people with […]

Common Pain Meds Linked to Higher Risk of Heart Disease

March 21, 2017 in Medicare tagged health & safety / heart disease / heart health / Prescription drugs by Bill Bronson