Open enrollment to buy health insurance for 2018 ended nationwide on December 15, 2017, but people living in some states may still be able to get major medical coverage. In states that created their own exchanges under Obamacare, residents have a little more time to...
If you’re a parent, then you know that your wonderful children are also wonderfully challenging. No matter the stage of parenthood you find yourself in, challenges exist. From agonizing meals – just take one bite! – to seemingly endless bedtime routines, parenting can...
If you’re turning 65 soon and thinking about Medicare, then you may already be overwhelmed by your options. Enrolling in a health plan can be confusing and complicated, especially when it comes to dates and deadlines. Should you sign up right away, or can you wait...
When you’re researching your Medicare options, navigating the Medicare website can be confusing, especially if you’ve already passed your initial eligibility period. For most people, initial eligibility depends on age. You have three months before the month you turn...
When you're trying to pick a health plan, you may notice that there are different types of plans available, typically spelled out in codes like "HMO" or "PPO." And if you're new to health insurance or haven't really thought about the differences before, these letters...
It’s not easy to talk about depression. Whether you’re one of the 16 million Americans who suffer each year from major depressive disorder or you’re concerned about a friend who’s showing classic symptoms, bringing up a mental health topic can be intimidating. Adding...
Winter breeds diseases. There’s no getting around the fact that all those office parties, school functions and holiday gatherings leave you vulnerable to an onslaught of seasonal germs. Once you’re hit with the cold or flu, you may want to just snuggle up in bed and...
In response to questions about the safety of antibacterial soaps, the FDA issued a ban on 19 antibacterial chemicals used in consumer products in September 2016. Companies had one year from the day of the ban to remove the banned substances from their products or pull...
Vaccines are arguably the most significant biomedical achievement over the past century. Millions of lives have been saved thanks to their development. The mortality rate for children has decreased significantly and many diseases have all but been eradicated. However,...
Whether it’s trying to unwind after a long day at the office, or seeking for an escape from a stressful situation, it’s important to find constructive ways to relax. Though many people’s first instinct is to pull out their phone for a quick pick-me-up, one study of...
