65
More and more adults 65 and up are continuing to work. By doing so, they must decide if they want to remain on their employer-sponsored insurance plan or sign up for Medicare. Let us consider the possibilities and determine if either is a “better” option. More Than 20 Employees If […]

I’m 65 and Still Working: What Now?

Some college students may be required to be vaccinated to return to in-person classes or campus housing for the Fall 2021 semester.
With more than 1.5 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses administered worldwide and the United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) promoting loosened mask restrictions for those who have been fully vaccinated, the world is rapidly attempting to return to some sense of normalcy. Recent changes have left many college-age […]

College Students May Be Required to be Vaccinated

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?

Ford’s new innovation is one that branches out from their normal line of cars and trucks that have covered the American landscape for the last 120 years. The 2022 Ford F-150 has a model called the lightning pickup truck, an electric version of the company’s flagship truck. While electric trucks […]

Ford’s New Innovation: the Lightning Truck

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

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

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

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 garden or helping out in a friend’s or community garden. However, you can get involved with gardening, and your body will appreciate it. […]

Gardening: Health Benefits

summer
We are getting a little closer to the strikingly hot temperatures of summer, and after losing out on our last summer, we are all ready to head outside (safely) and enjoy the sun. During all the fun we hope to have, we should keep in mind the potential health implications […]

Stay Cool and Safe This Summer

Having good intentions is rarely enough to overcome the value-action gap.  Photo by Alex Green on Pexels.
Mind the Value-Action Gap With the middle of the year approaching, it is time we all take stock and evaluate our progress on the resolutions we made at the start of 2021.  If you are like me, progress has been… slow coming.  Despite having strong convictions and clear, reasonable goals, […]

The Value-Action Gap: Why You’re Coming Short of Your Goals ...