7 THINGS NEW ENROLLEES SHOULD KNOW ABOUT MEDICARE

7 THINGS NEW ENROLLEES SHOULD KNOW ABOUT MEDICARE

To help bring clarity, we have compiled a “New to Medicare” checklist to help you out with all the basic Medicare information that you’ll need. Before 1965, Americans over the age of 65 had difficulty gaining access to private health insurance coverage....
IMPACT OF STRESS ON SENIORS’ HEALTH

IMPACT OF STRESS ON SENIORS’ HEALTH

Stress is a significant contributor to declining health and wellbeing; it has even been identified as a primary cause of cardiovascular diseases, mental health disorders and the weakening of the immune system. Stress is a significant contributor to declining health...
AGING, DEMENTIA, AND ALZHEIMER’S – MEDICARE AND MEDIGAP ASSISTANCE

AGING, DEMENTIA, AND ALZHEIMER’S – MEDICARE AND MEDIGAP ASSISTANCE

This article explores the scope of Medicare coverage for dementia patients. Since dementia is progressive in its different forms, it can develop over a number of years and is classified into multiple stages. Why is dementia a rising concern? Dementia is recognized as...
MEDICARE TAKES UP ARMS AGAINST MEMORY LOSS

MEDICARE TAKES UP ARMS AGAINST MEMORY LOSS

The difficult truth about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia is that currently there is no full-fledged cure available. However, with early detection and appropriate treatment, its symptoms can be managed and even slowed down. Cognitive diseases such as...
MEDICARE AND RISING PRESCRIPTION DRUG COSTS

MEDICARE AND RISING PRESCRIPTION DRUG COSTS

Are you worried about rising health care costs? There are many ways to save money, available to you. One of these is our new Price Check My Rx tool. You can also learn how to save money by using generic drugs. Know your prescription cost and options As a soon-to-be or...
3 New Ways That Medicare Is Supporting Family Caregivers

3 New Ways That Medicare Is Supporting Family Caregivers

‘So often caregivers are often unseen and unsung heroes,’ head of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services says Family members, often thrust into caregiving with little notice, also must navigate a complex medical system without any training or guidance. “I feel...