Should You Purchase a Supplemental Insurance Policy with Medicare?
Posted: April 16, 2019
Should You Purchase a Supplemental Insurance Policy with Medicare?If you’re over the age of 65 and eligible, Medicare can provide relatively low-cost coverage that makes sense. There are still gaps, and some people choose to purchase supplemental insurance to cover what Medicare doesn’t. These supplemental policies are often referred to as “Medigap.” Medicare Coverage To be eligible for these supplemental policies, you must already be enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B. Part...
When Are You Eligible for Medicare?
Posted: January 15, 2019
When Are You Eligible for Medicare?Medicare is America’s health insurance program for people age 65 and older. It is funded with a portion of the payroll taxes paid by workers and their employers and premiums deducted by the government from Social Security payments. People under the age of 65 with disabilities or certain health conditions can also qualify for this program. Medicare can help with medical expenses, but it does...
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Posted: October 18, 2018
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness MonthBreast cancer affects one in eight women, and it is estimated that about 220,000 women are diagnosed each year, according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Thankfully, early diagnosis and treatment most often leads to a full recovery. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an annual campaign to raise awareness of the disease and the critical importance of testing for early detection, as well as to...
10 Summer Tips to Beat the Heat
Posted: June 21, 2018
10 Summer Tips to Beat the HeatWhile it's true that the elderly, young children and those with pre-existing conditions are more susceptible to the summer heat, it doesn't take long for the sun to take its toll on healthy individuals. Here are 10 tips that can help you beat the heat this summer: Keep your shades drawn or blinds closed during the day to help prevent the sun from heating the...