Two studies from January 2017 indicate that e-cigarettes are contributing to overall steady levels of tobacco use among Americans. One recent study looked at teen tobacco use, and another evaluated adult use. Researchers from both studies found evidence that...
The sun and its UV rays are a bit of a mystery to the average person. You may, for example, assume that you don’t need a layer of protection as you head to the beach or park on a cloudy day. But clouds don’t prevent the sun’s rays from damaging your skin – and neither...
Depression is a common medical condition affecting an estimated 300 million people around the world. While some depression is mild and responsive to lifestyle changes, other forms are severe and serious, especially if left untreated. It’s normal to feel sad sometimes,...
CMS announced on January 11th that states may now impose a work requirement on all Medicaid recipients, a move that has been very popular amongst Republicans in Congress over the past couple of years. Medicaid is a state-run healthcare program for low income families....
Germs lurk everywhere, even in places where you least expect to find them. Your kitchen counter, for instance, likely has more germs on it than your trash can. The truth is humans tend to avoid things that they perceive as dirty and frequent places that they feel are...
When the wedding is a distant memory and Netflix binges replace romantic nights out, you might feel as if your relationship with your spouse has fizzled into something unremarkable. And while there’s nothing wrong with being an old married couple, there is something...
In America, major depression affects about 16 million adults each year, representing nearly 7% of the population. If you or someone you know has depression, you know that this mental health condition can leave you feeling empty, hopeless, irritable, sad or even...
Though traditionally used to bridge gaps between major medical health insurance policies, short term plans (STHPs) have grown in popularity over the last decade. For starters, these plans can fill a temporary lapse in major medical coverage, helping you offset costs...
With healthcare premiums rising under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), many people are turning to healthcare sharing programs as an alternative to traditional health insurance. In fact, since the passage of the ACA in 2010, enrollment in healthcare sharing ministries...
On Thursday, January 4, the United States Department of Labor released a proposal that would allow interstate sale of health insurance policies. The policies may cost less but would not provide as much coverage as current coverage under plans that are compliant with...
