February is American Heart Month. First proclaimed in 1964 by President Lyndon B. Johnson, American Heart Month began as a national call to take charge of your heart health—a mission that continues today. Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. But you can do a […]
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If you’re a senior, know a senior, or have the opportunity to become a senior, living expenses matter. As November is National Caregivers Month, planning for who cares for a senior’s expenses and overall financial responsibilities is an important conversation to have sooner rather than later. FinanceBuzz.com published an article covering potential tax savings for
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Let’s close September with a focus on behavioral health. 2025 is marked by a concentrated effort to innovate and improve the U.S. behavioral healthcare system. Key goals include reducing emergency room visits, addressing disparities in access and affordability, and leveraging digital solutions and AI to enhance care delivery and patient outcomes. It’s important to define and
Have you heard about the pilot program slated to begin in January 2026, requiring prior authorization in six states for certain Medicare procedures for those enrolled in Original Medicare only? The states — New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Arizona, and Washington — will apply prior authorization evaluations to more than a dozen services per CMS.
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The Affordable Care Act (ACA) was passed into law in 2010. The ACA aimed to expand health insurance coverage, regulate the insurance market, and control healthcare costs. It’s important to understand what the ACA currently covers to prepare for the upcoming changes that will take effect with the new legislation passed last week. Image by
Stroke Awareness Month: Know the Signs, Save a Life. As we observe Stroke Awareness Month this May, let’s take a moment to understand this medical emergency that can happen to anyone, at any time – and learn how quick action can save lives and limit long-term damage. Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States
America started Mental Health Awareness Month in 1949 and has been observed ever since. It is celebrated through media, local events, and film screenings. The intern I have this semester asked me this week if I was aware of the ice bucket challenge. I remember this from 2014 to bring awareness to ALS. He let
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April is Stress Awareness Month, and April 7-13, 2025, is also Public Health Week. And, a quick reminder: File your US taxes or request an extension by April 15th! Today, let’s look at how to recognize and manage stress. Various research studies over the years show that change significantly impacts stress levels. The connection between change
February is Heart Month! Heart Month 2025 is a month-long initiative focused on heart health and cardiovascular disease prevention. Heart disease remains a leading cause of death worldwide. Heart Month has a long history dating back to the 1960s when it was initiated by the American Heart Association (AHA) in the United States. Since then, it
To close out September, I learned it is Healthy Aging Month! Healthy Aging Month is a time to celebrate life and get ready for the physical and mental aspects of growing older. #NIAHealth Tips to Promote Healthy Aging Many factors can influence healthy aging. While some of these factors, such as genetics, are not within
