Choosing Better Medical Insurance

Medical insurance plans cover more than illnesses and injuries. Most plans also include some level of well-care benefits. Take a look at how you can use private medical insurance services when you're healthy. Annual Check-Up You feel fine. Does that mean you can skip the doctor's visit? Even though you're healthy now, staying in top shape requires preventive care. An annual check-up provides you with the chance to discuss health concerns and lifestyle factors (such as diet and exercise) with a medical provider. [Read More]

If you have been diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's, you know in the future you will not be able to make the right decisions. For this reason, you need to make plans now while you still can. Part of this is making sure your Alzheimer's needs are properly paid for, including medications, home care, and more. Below is some more information about this to help you get started. Social Security Disability [Read More]

If you have recently become eligible for Medicare, you might have been sent a ton of mail about different Medigap plans, as well as your regular Medicare. You might have reviewed the regular Medicare literature and realized that there were some items that you were hoping Medicare would cover that it does not. This can lead you to take the Medigap plans more seriously. Here are some tips for enrolling in a Medigap plan in order to make sure that your health insurance is as comprehensive as possible. [Read More]

Scientists estimate that around 10 million Americans suffer from hypothyroidism, and up to 10% of women may have some form of thyroid deficiency. If you're feeling perpetually under the weather lately, it may be worth considering whether this common condition could be affecting your health. 1. Your Digestive System Hates You Untreated hypothyroidism causes the body's digestive tract to slow down and take longer to process the food you eat. This means you're more likely to suffer indigestion as your stomach continues to produce acid to break down meals long after you've eaten them. [Read More]