You heard what? No matter what people say, flu shots are all about flu-fighting defenses that protect you from the flu all season long. Not only is the flu shot proven to help your body develop special antibodies that fight influenza strains, it’s the single most effective way to prevent [...]
As a patient, there are several things you can do before, during, and after your doctor visit to help ensure the best possible care and outcomes. It can be a lot to think about, for sure. That’s why we’ve created the following guide—to ply you with a strategy for getting [...]
There’s nothing like a bright, toothy smile, but oral health is a lot more than white teeth and fresh breath. The fitness inside our mouths affects our overall health, and gum disease has been linked to chronic conditions that impact the whole body. Doctors consider an unhealthy mouth a gateway [...]
Most adults know how hard it is to find time for exercise. But many don’t realize how hard it can be for some kids to get exercise as well. Unfortunately, not everyone grows up with the same access to things like team sports, parks, bike rides, and monkey bars. This [...]
Ever since Edward Jenner introduced his vaccine for smallpox in 1796, vaccines have drastically reduced or nearly eradicated diseases such as polio, whooping cough, and mumps. Many vaccine-preventable diseases are especially difficult for very young children, and many times they end up hospitalized. Measles and Pertussis (AKA Whooping Cough) are [...]
Good oral hygiene is important—not only for looking great, but for preventing diseases in other parts of the body as well. Studies show that poor oral hygiene can lead to a variety of dental and medical problems, such as gum disease, infection, bone loss, heart disease, strokes, and more.* The [...]
Let’s say you have health insurance and you’ve found a highly recommended doctor. You verified she’s in-network and accepting new patients. You’re all set. Thumbs up! Then you get sick, try to make an appointment, and can't get an appointment as soon as you need to. What? Thumbs down! If [...]
“If you can't measure it, you can't improve it,” business management guru Peter Drucker asserted. It could be argued that this nugget of wisdom applies to healthcare as well as business. And one effective measurement tool for healthcare quality is a survey called the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and [...]
You may soon receive one or more IRS forms providing you with information about the health insurance coverage you had or were offered in 2017. These forms provide information to help you complete your Federal tax return: Form 1095-A: The Health Insurance Marketplace sends this form to individuals who enrolled through [...]
Whether you’re setting New Year resolutions or just trying to develop healthier lifestyle habits, it’s best to start small. Big changes can be great, but it’s the little habits we do each day that have the greatest impact on our lifestyles. Here are ten bite-size changes you can make to [...]
