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E-Readers Can Keep You Reading Despite Vision Loss

Many seniors appear to have given up one of life’s great pleasures.

Why Do I Always Have a Runny Nose?

A persistent runny nose doesn’t usually sound like the most serious health problem anyone is likely to face.

American Medical Association Recognizes Obesity as a Disease … What Does it Mean?

Last month at its annual meeting in Chicago, the American Medical Association (AMA) declared that obesity was a disease.

Potassium is a Key to Good Senior Health

Every health-conscious senior knows about the dangers of including too much sodium in the diet, and any serious effort at reducing the risk of high blood pressure and stroke has to include keeping sodium intake at a safe level.

Is the IRS Violating HIPAA Medical Record Privacy Laws?

In recent weeks the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has garnered plenty of publicity it would probably rather do without.

Health Insurance Marketplace

Health Insurance Marketplace Established by the Affordable Care Act (ACA), the Health Insurance Marketplace is designed to provide health coverage to many Americans who are currently uninsured. According to Healthcare.gov, the Health Insurance Marketplace, often referred to as Health Exchanges, is designed to provide the opportunity for people in the market for health insurance to […]

Vision Service Plans

Eye care is important for reasons that go far beyond your vision. Did you know …? Eye care specialist such as optometrist are an important part of your front-line defense against many condition and diseases including: Diabetes Hypertension Arthritis Sickle Cell Anemia Liver Disease Certain polyps and tumors that can be cancerous And the list […]

Durable Medical Equipment

Durable Medical Equipment Many users of durable medical equipment (DME) have questions about what is or is not approved or covered by Medicare. Following is a summary of the most recent information published by the federal government Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on Medicare coverage as it relates to durable medical equipment and […]

Off the Beaten Track … 15 Weird but Fun Places to Visit

If you’re looking for some fun places to visit, it may be time to get off the beaten track and explore some fun but odd American attractions.

Cigna Medigap

Cigna, a global corporation with over 70 million clients worldwide, is one of the largest health service providers in the United States. Devoted to helping clients to improve their health, well-being, and sense of security, Cigna, with an A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau, is noted for offering proven health products at competitive prices […]