College students' return to campus this fall may be accompanied by mandatory vaccines, according to hundreds of institutions.
With more than 1.5 billion COVID-19 vaccine doses administered worldwide and the United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) promoting loosened mask restrictions for those who have been fully vaccinated, America is rapidly attempting to return to some sense of normalcy. Recent changes have left many hopeful that […]

College Students’ Return to Campus May Include Mandatory Vaccines

precision medicine
Having anything personalized to yourself makes for a better experience. This is especially true for health care. Precision medicine takes that exact approach. Precision Medicine Precision medicine is a recent approach to treatment and prevention that takes into account each individual’s differences in genes, environment, and lifestyle. All this information […]

Precision Medicine: What is it?

According to the CEOs of both Pfizer and Moderna, COVID-19 vaccine boosters might be needed in the near future to ensure protection against COVID-19. Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla told Axios “The data that I see coming, they are supporting the notion that likely there will be a need for a […]

COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

indemnity
Health insurance can be categorized into two very broad categories: managed care vs. indemnity health plans. Indemnity An indemnity plan, also known as a “fee-for-service” plan, gives you the freedom to choose any providers or hospitals you want to go to. Then the insurance company would be responsible for covering […]

Managed Care vs. Indemnity Health Plans

Depression
Depression is a common condition for people of all ages and can become a hindrance to everyday life when left untreated. Finding help is essential if you are experiencing symptoms. Medicare Part B provides a once-a-year depression screening free of cost. They may also provide partial coverage for many of […]

Medicare Screening for Depression

exercising
There are endless benefits that come from remaining active. This is especially true for the elderly. If you are reaching the later years in your life, you should add exercise into your daily routine. Four Types of Exercise There are four main types of exercises that the elderly can implement, […]

The Importance of Seniors Exercising

Gardening
Gardening provides many health benefits for our bodies. Exercise, stress relief, and increasing your Vitamin D levels are just a few. There are many different ways to get active in a garden. If you don’t have your own you may be able to help in a friend’s garden or help […]

Health Benefits of Gardening

summer
Summer will be creeping up on us pretty soon, and as the temperature gets higher, our thirst for outdoor activity does too. But before you just run to the beach, you should be aware of the health implications that come along with the heat. Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke If […]

Beat the Summer Heat

Having good intentions is rarely enough to overcome the value-action gap.  Photo by Alex Green on Pexels.
Mind the Value-Action Gap With the middle of the year approaching, it’s time we all take stock and evaluate our progress on the resolutions we made at the start of 2021.  If you’re like me, progress has been… slow coming.  Despite having strong convictions and clear, reasonable goals, even my […]

The Value-Action Gap: Why You’re Coming Short of Your Goals ...

The CDC guidance update announced last Thursday afternoon that masks for vaccinated individuals will no longer be required, indoors or outdoors, in most settings. In healthcare settings such as hospitals and doctors’ offices and on public transportation, however, masks should still be worn. “Anyone who is fully vaccinated can participate […]

CDC Guidance Update