Did You Know? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this nasty habit kills over 480,000 people each year and this number continues to rise. With all the health risks associated with smoking, it’s important to extinguish your smoking habit for good! Here...
Although flu season traditionally peaks in winter, it can start as early as October and can put employees out of work for an extended period of time. The flu is an infection of the nose, throat and lungs caused by the influenza virus—with symptoms including fever,...
There are times when you may find yourself wondering whether your symptoms warrant a trip to the emergency room or if they could be handled by doctors at an urgent care facility. It can be confusing to know which place would better suit your needs...
Once the cold bug hits your community, it might feel like forever until it is gone. Everyone seems to come down with something or other from now until spring. Keeping your family healthy might seem like an uphill battle, but it can be done! There...
Losing weight is one of the toughest things to do, but the benefits on you insurance can save you a lot of money. Many studies have proven the increased health risks of being overweight. Health insurance premiums can go up due to the increased risks...
The day in and day out routine can be exhausting. You have to be alert in the business sector these days to stay ahead, but with travel, children, and other extracurricular activities, life can start to weigh on your shoulders. Many people look for quick fixes,...
Question: “Our oldest child is now in college. We gave him our older car to use and he is taking some of his expensive toys, like his computer. What can we do to offer him protection now that he is on his own?” E.W., Old...
GRACE‐April 2011 Q – I am concerned about the new health care changes and how it affects preventive care services, are some still free? A - Generally yes. Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), qualifying health insurance plans must offer certain preventive care services...