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Medicare Advantage benefits you might not know about

October 2019
Original Medicare plans don’t cover everything. If you or a loved one are shopping around for a Medicare health plan, here are 5 reasons to consider Medicare Advantage.

4 things you need to know about health insurance in 2020

October 2019
A new bill is reversing the federal roll back of key elements of the Affordable Care Act. Learn how financial assistance from the state will affect health insurance in 2020.

Preventing suicide is everyone’s job

September 2019, Suicide is a large public health problem in the United States. In the last two decades, suicide rates have risen in almost every state, with over half the country experiencing increases of 30% and higher. Now more than ever, everyone should know the warning signs of suicide.

You may not realize you need vaccines throughout your adult life

August 2019, Most people have received the vaccines they needed as a child. But, the protection from some vaccines can wear off through adulthood. Here are three important reasons for adults to get vaccinated.

Hepatitis often shows no symptoms

July 2019, Millions of Americans have hepatitis, but most don’t know it. In observance of World Hepatitis Day, educate yourself by learning the four most common ways hepatitis B and C can spread.

5 healthy changes that can save your life

June 2019, Men are more likely to die from preventable causes, yet over 18% of men in the U.S. haven’t had a health care visit within the past year. This Men’s Health Month, we encourage you to take charge of your health.

7 traits that may increase skin cancer risk

May 2019, Certain personal traits, like eye color, increase your risk for skin cancer. This Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month, make sure you know what puts you at risk.

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