News & Wellness Blog
UV Safety Month – It’s July, and the Sun Doesn’t Play Fair
July 2, 2025
By July, most people are outside a lot more—grilling, walking, beach days, kids running around. It’s the time of year when everything feels a bit easier. Except sun exposure. That part sneaks up fast.
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
June 11, 2025
Chances are you or someone you know, has had a family member affected by Alzheimer’s disease. While many people are familiar with the term, they are not always clear about exactly what it means. That’s understandable, as patients with Alzheimer’s often exhibit an array of signs or symptoms that can easily be confused with other conditions. It’s most commonly known as a brain disease since the brain begins to shrink as it progresses, causing a slow and sometimes very subtle decline in memory, thinking and most importantly, reasoning skills. Today, millions of people suffer from Alzheimer’s and while great strides are being made in research, it is still not clear about what causes it and how to prevent it. Open any newspaper and you will see there is growing attention being focused on the brain and the importance of doing whatever it takes to keep it healthy.
Celebrate the Great Outdoors to Improve Your Health
May 22, 2025
With the weather getting warmer and the days getting longer, our thoughts naturally turn to spending more time outdoors. What most people don’t realize is that making the time to go out can be a great way to improve not only your mood but also your health. When we step outside, we are more inclined to stay active. Making any kind of outdoor exercise a permanent habit is a great way to increase your physical fitness and boost how well you keep in shape as you age.
Supporting Wellness at Home: What Matters Most for Aging Loved Ones
April 24, 2025
Caring for an aging parent or loved one at home is one of the most personal and meaningful choices a family can make. For many older adults, remaining in their home, surrounded by familiar routines, memories, and people, can bring a deep sense of comfort and independence. But wellness doesn't happen on its own. It takes daily effort and intention to help someone thrive, not just survive, in a home care setting.
Why Having a Sense of Community Matters at Any Age
March 12, 2025
Open any newspaper or magazine these days, and you find many commentaries on how we are becoming too tied to our computers and other digital devices while losing the critical connections we used to have with friends, neighbors, colleagues, and even our own family members. International best-selling author and trusted thought leader for Google School for Leaders, Charles Vogl, recently wrote the book The Art of Community. He believes wholeheartedly that strong cultures help people support one another, share their passions, and achieve big goals. As he explains, in an age filled with fewer personal connections and less time spent together, loneliness has become an epidemic that we are all painfully aware of, yet few know how to solve or even admit to.
February Is National Self-Check Month
February 11, 2025
Performing a self-exam aids in the early detection of various medical conditions, helping you to prevent a potentially severe diagnosis. As February is National Self-Check Month, we are going to focus on one of the most effective types of self-exams, checking for skin cancer.
How To Lower Your Monthly Health Insurance Premiums In 2025
January 9, 2025
Health insurance is a must if you want to protect yourself. From routine checkups to accidents, a good healthcare plan ensures you receive the medical help you need. Still, healthcare in the US is more expensive than anywhere else in the world. Many Americans put off having a plan altogether due to high costs. However, a few simple steps could bring your monthly premium down.
Starting to Exercise as an Older Adult
December 12, 2024
It is almost never too late to start an exercise routine. Keeping physically active benefits both the mind and body, improving your quality of life and potentially extending your longevity. Learn more about starting an exercise routine as an older adult.
Incorporating Wellness Programs into Your Health Insurance Plan
November 14, 2024
When owning a business, it’s important to prioritize the company’s employees’ well-being. Incorporating wellness programs in your health insurance plan for your employees is a driver of sustainability for any organization in any industry. A wellness program can also motivate employees to take action when it comes to taking care of their physical and mental health.
Open Enrollment 2024 (for Coverage in 2025)
October 28, 2024
Open Enrollment for 2025 health insurance coverage is right around the corner. Learn more about the Open Enrollment schedule and other important information regarding your health insurance.
