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By Ulla-Undine Merritt (Dee) National Producer Number (NPN) 8853366 Medicare October 15th-December 7th 2015 for January 1st, 2016 effective date. Everyone on Medicare should be looking at their Notification of Change booklets that you received from your current carriers. This applies to Medicare Advantage Plans and Part D, an annual review of your policies is always highly recommended. Medicare Advantage …

By Physicians Rehabilitation Aperson with knee pain knows how often it gets in the way of doing the things they want and need to do in daily life. Because the knee is a weight bearing joint, knee pain affects almost everything we do that requires mobility, including those things most of us have usually taken for granted. For many, knee …

By Dr. Rich Gilbert The word apnea literally means without breath. During sleep, the muscles and tissues of the upper airway can collapse and narrow or totally block the opening in the throat for air. The narrowing of the upper airway can produce sound – snoring. However, when the upper airway becomes completely obstructed breathing stops. This condition is called …

By Dr. John C. Kagan, M.D. Aging is a fact of life for everyone, but did you know that staying physically active can help you slow the process of aging, keeping your muscles and joints functioning properly, preserving strength in your bones and decreasing your risk of heart attack or stroke? While fitness may be no fountain of youth, regular …

We know how it is. Something clicks inside you. Your favorite jeans no longer fit the way they once did. The group photo your best friend took before you got your backside turned just so made you feel sad and embarrassed. Time to hit the gym! Things go great for the first week. The second week. Maybe even the first …

By Samira K. Beckwith, President and CEO Hope HealthCare Services The wife of a veteran in our care, married for almost 50 years, said to me, “My husband has seen battle, and now I have too. This has been the most difficult time of my life, and I needed you.” She let me hold her hand as she wept, and …

Keeping the immune system strong and healthy plays a vital role in preventing illnesses such as a cold or the flu virus.  In order to maintain a healthy immune system, the body needs the following: adequate sleep, regular exercise, proper diet and supplements. The general recommendation for adequate sleep is between seven to eight hours each night.  Lack of sleep …

A bite from a bacteria-infected tick causes Lyme disease. If you get the disease, you might  have  lingering  symptoms.  Some people have ongoing pain and fatigue, which often worsens with increased stress levels. Dos and Don’ts of Getting Help If you think you may have this syndrome, experts suggest these tips: Don’t assume. Tell your doctor your symptoms, and let …

By Christopher M. Cole, L.Ped The number one reason a person with diabetes is admitted to the hospital is for foot ulcers or openings in the skin. 70% of these ulcers result in amputation. A corn or a callus (hard skin on top of your toes or on the ball of your feet) indicates a pressure point and in people …

By DeAnn Kamp, Broker/Realtor® GRI, CSMS Whether you or a loved one has COPD, there are many actions that you can take to improve the air quality on your home and help relieve the symptoms of this condition. There are many things that can trigger COPD symptoms. Knowing how to improve the air in your home will significantly decrease your …