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What do you really know about antibiotics? What illnesses do they help? And when do you really need them? We’ve got all your antibiotic answers. What is an antibiotic? Antibiotics…


Investing might seem intimidating, but it has become easier than ever. Many companies offer predetermined investment options for 401(k) accounts, including Target Date funds or Asset Allocation funds. These can…


Most of us drive every day – whether it’s to work, dropping your kids off at school, or running those essential errands. Driving is so second nature that you likely…


You put in the work, spent the time and earned a college degree. What’s next? Paying off those student loans. The weight of student loans can be daunting, but there…


You’re only as old as your body thinks you are. Aging happens to us all, but retaining a healthy body and lifestyle as the years go by is something that…


A problem we have faced for many years has finally had the chance to mend itself temporarily and show us what air pollution means to our ecosystem. Coronavirus has done…


Summer sun means lots of fun. But too many rays can lead to skin cancer. The good news? You can prevent it! You know you should put on sunscreen when…


Back pain can come and go, be low or high, and hit at any time. There are many different types of back pain and many different causes. Some are chronic,…


Summer is here and the sun is out in full force. With the bright sunny rays comes the burning heat and with it, heat stroke. Heat stroke can be dangerous…


Smile for orthodontic coverage! Your teeth are an important part of your overall health, and keeping them healthy and strong matters. And while maintain a good bite has functionality benefits,…


Tired of being stuck inside? Looking for a way to get into nature that’s both relaxing and easy to start? Birding might be just what you need. You can social…


You’ve seen all the anti-smoking commercials and Surgeon General warnings. It’s common knowledge that smoking isn’t good for your body. But what about vaping? Is it a safer alternative, or…


Summer has so much fun to offer: swimming, hiking and enjoying the sun outdoors. But spending time outside can also bring something not fun: bug bites. Insects such as bees,…


When you’re walking through the grocery store, there are so many options it can be overwhelming. Especially when it comes to produce. When you go to buy apples, you not…


If you’re diagnosed with an ailment, do you have a plan? Critical Illness coverage pays a lump-sum benefit if you are diagnosed with a covered disease or condition. You can…


The goal of a Step Therapy Program is to steer people to less expensive, yet equally effective, prescription medications while keeping member and physician disruption to a minimum. You must…


Starbucks. Dunkin’. Your office vending machine. Caffeine is everywhere, and it’s easy to grab and enjoy. Ninety percent of Americans consume caffeine in some form — be it coffee, tea…


Living in today’s world has a lot of advantages: GPS technology, the internet at our fingertips, and the ability to call a car to drive you anywhere at a moment’s…


How often do you think about your bones? Likely not often – unless you break one or have pain. But your bones support your body, protect your brain, heart and…


Cholesterol – we all know it can be high or low, and high is bad, right? But what exactly is your cholesterol, and how can you control it? Cholesterol is…


Snacking can be one of the hardest habits to kick when trying to get healthy. But there are ways to incorporate snacking into your diet the right way. Snack only…
You’ve likely heard the word “dependents” in regard to your taxes or your insurance benefits. But who is typically considered a dependent? Dependents eligible for coverage in benefits plans usually…


You’re not feeling well, or you have a chronic problem you can’t shake. How do you know what doctor to see? Can you visit your primary care physician for every…


Have you ever known you needed to do something — work, chores, or social obligations — but continuously put it off instead of just doing it? That’s procrastination — avoiding…


As we get older, roles in our lives can change. As parents age, they often turn to their adult children for help. There a lot of options out there for…


Canker sores are small ulcers that form on the interior of the mouth. These annoying little buggers appear on the softer regions like the tongue, the insides of cheeks and…


You’re walking down the grocery aisle with a healthy cereal in mind — fiber friendly and low cal. But then you see the sugary goodness and make a mad swipe.…