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Monthly Archives: April 2021

Drug-gene testing may be the answer to getting patients DNA-compatible medications. Photo by the National Cancer Institute on Unsplash. — Understanding drugs and your DNA… Did you know that a DNA sample can tell you how you’ll respond to certain drugs? A new and increasingly popular practice called pharmacogenomic testing, or drug-gene testing, makes it possible to sequence a patient’s DNA and determine which medications will work with their body… […]

Drug-Gene Testing: Is Your DNA the Future of Pharmaceuticals?

April 17, 2021 in Health tagged genetic disorders / genetics / pre-existing conditions / Prescription drugs / Technology by Cristin Dickey

The recently approved American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 is bringing some significant changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA). From now until August 15, 2021, those eligible for ACA coverage will be able to switch their health care plans and save money in the process, thanks to the expanded […]

American Rescue Plan Provides Better ACA Coverage

April 16, 2021 in Health tagged aca / health industry changes / insurance and government / insurance news / understanding aca/obamacare by Macee Hall

work-life balance — Maintaining a good work-life balance is something that most working adults struggle with. Some jobs are too demanding and do not restrict themselves to the average 9-to-5. That can result in a grey area between work and home time. There are a few things you can implement into your life […]

Maintaining Work-Life Balance

April 15, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare tagged healthy habits / healthy mind / lifestyle tips / mental health / workplace health by Kayla Gonzalez

Restorative Yoga — Restorative Yoga Approach A style of yoga that offers a gentler, more low-key approach is Restorative Yoga. This form of yoga is relaxing while also providing health benefits l such as stress management, muscle relaxation, and better sleep quality. This practice is a highly relaxing, more meditative form of […]

Gentle Stretching Through Restorative Yoga

April 14, 2021 in Health / life tagged healthy body / healthy mind / lifestyle tips / living long / Wellness by Cali Naughton

generational gap in communication — The Generational Gap in Communication If you have had conversations with people from an older generation, you understand that there can be a lack of understanding. You have certain terms and ways of speaking that do not connect. This can lead to conflict and just makes the workplace more difficult […]

The Generational Gap in Communication

April 13, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare tagged aging well / family health / lifestyle tips / relationships / Wellness by Kayla Gonzalez

The hope is that this extension of Medicaid postpartum benefits will help improve the lives of many new parents on Medicaid. — There has been a lot of talk in the past weeks surrounding the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, which provides funding and provisions that will benefit industries, businesses, and individuals affected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Though most of the discourse has surrounded topics like a bailout for struggling […]

US Approves Extension of Medicaid Postpartum Benefits

April 12, 2021 in Health tagged healthcare news / insurance and government / medicaid / pregnancy / women's health by Macee Hall

Recent studies have shown that the Pfizer vaccine is effective in preventing COVID-19 disease in children aged 12-15. Pfizer stated that the vaccine is 100 percent effective in children of that age group, thereby expanding the overall number of people who can receive the vaccine. According to Pfizer CEO Albert […]

Pfizer vaccine is Effective for Children

April 11, 2021 in Health tagged cdc / children's health / covid-19 / global health / Vaccinations by Jeffrey Cooperstein

Marriage and Family Therapy is currently under examination for coverage under Medicare and Medicaid. Photo by cottonbro from Pexels. — The Ultimate Collective Everyone has their own idea of what a family is. Some assert that families are tight-knit groups of blood relatives, while others favor found families of friends. There are sprawling families, sparse families, families that function as refuges, and families that feel lonely even when they’re together. […]

Will Medicaid Pay for My Marriage and Family Therapy?

April 10, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare tagged medicaid / medicare / mental health / relationships / therapy by Cristin Dickey

job hunting — The Covid-19 pandemic has seen millions lose their job. However, now that most businesses have opened up, there are plenty of opportunities to get hired. If it has been a while since your last job search, or it is your first time, here are some tips you can use that […]

Ways to be Successful Job Hunting

April 9, 2021 in Health / life / Medicare tagged healthy habits / healthy mind / productivity tools by Kayla Gonzalez

Medicare Extra Help for Part D — Savings Through Extra Help Program The Extra Help program provides assistance for lower-income individuals that wish to join a Medicare Part D coverage plan. In order to join a Part D plan, individuals must first join BOTH Medicare Part A and Part B. Joining Part D provides coverage for prescription […]

Extra Help for Part D Medicare

April 8, 2021 in Health / Medicare tagged insurance and finances / medicare / Prescription drugs / understanding medicare by Cali Naughton