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precision medicine
Every single person is unique in their own way, and this is especially true regarding our bodies. Precision medicine takes into account one’s own unique bodily qualities and applies them to health care. Precision Medicine Precision medicine is a recent development in health care in which providers consider individual differences […]

What is Precision Medicine?

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indemnity
Health insurance can be categorized into two very broad categories: indemnity vs. managed care health plans. Indemnity An indemnity plan, also known as a “fee-for-service” plan, gives you the freedom to choose what providers and hospitals you choose to go to. The insurance company would then be responsible for a […]

Indemnity vs. Managed Care

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Depression
Depression is experienced by many people and sadly the condition may cause problems in all areas of life. Getting help is an important step in reversing depression. The good news is that Medicare may help cover the costs of treatment. Medicare also offers full coverage for a once-a-year screening for […]

Medicare Depression Screening

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exercising
Exercise has a lot of benefits, and this is especially true for older people. It is worth it to make exercise a part of your daily routine. Four Types of Exercise You can enjoy four different types of exercise that each helps you with a certain part of your physical […]

The Elderly and Exercising

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Gardening
There are so many physical benefits to gardening. Exercise, stress management, and increased vitamin D are just a few of those benefits. Get started by creating your own garden or helping out in a friend’s or community garden. However you are able to get involved with gardening, your body will […]

Gardening: Health Benefits

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America faces potential future outbreaks as the vaccination rate declines. Photo by Uriel Mont on Pexels.
The Crawl Back to Normal With the one-month anniversary of the day the vaccine became available for all American adults swiftly approaching, there has been a significant downward trend in the vaccination rate.  While experts say that the slowing vaccination rate was hardly unexpected, the numbers have declined enough to […]

Moving Forward: Tackling the Slowing Vaccination Rate

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mental health month
Mental Health Month was created to raise awareness for mental health and the ways it may affect children, adults, families, and communities. Mental Health Month was established in 1949 to highlight the importance of mental health and wellness in American lives. Also, it acts as a time to celebrate those […]

Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month

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