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elderly self-care routine

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Minnesota legislature passes major protections for the elderly

Two weeks ago, Minnesota’s state legislature passed one of the most comprehensive bills to address elderly protections in generations. The 168-page law addressed a variety of different issues that had been plaguing Minnesota’s elderly community. Arguably the most significant aspect of elderly care in Minnesota that the Elder Care and Vulnerable Adult Protection Act of 2019 changed was that the licensures for assisted-living facilities. The new bill mandates that all assisted-living facilities that serve the elderly must be licensed by […]

todayJune 3, 2019 7

wine whineo

Food & Drink News

Six reasons to consider drinking red wine regularly

Most people have thought that drinking red wine can make you feel intoxicated and can harm you to a great extent. However, the truth is that red wine contains numerous medicinal properties, which help in taking care of your skin, your hair, and most importantly, your overall health. According to StyleCraze, the content of alcohol within red wine is known to range between 12 and 15 percent. Grapes are used for making red wine and hence, red wine consists of […]

todayMay 16, 2019 19

rosacea

Life & Style

Studies: new rosacea cases associated with aging, sun exposure

Recently, dermatological studies have found that the number of cases of rosacea are rising, with an estimate 16 million of Americans diagnosed with rosacea and many more likely awaiting diagnosis. Rosacea is one of many skin conditions associated with aging and is characterized by persistent redness in the face caused by dilated blood vessels underneath the surface of the skin. Although the condition is highly treatable, the the long-term effects of rosacea should be taken seriously to prevent worsening of the condition. Signature […]

todayMay 13, 2019 5

health insurance

Business & Lifestyle

Getting group health insurance through a membership organization

Many of us benefit from health insurance coverage through our employer. In this, all employees are pooled together as a group to obtain health insurance under lower group rates. Group health insurance is very cost effective and sports lower premiums because the risk is spread among a wide group of members. Generally the employer also contributes to the premium, so that the employees pays less. However, if your workplace doesn't offer group insurance, or if you are self-employed, a freelance […]

todayMay 13, 2019 15

golf exercise mental health

Business & Lifestyle

Exercise options to help improve mental health

With exhausting schedules and high levels of stress, many people find themselves feeling overwhelmed and struggling with anxiety and depression. Studies show that making time for regular physical activity can bring relief to persons with mild depression and can reduce the need for medical interventions. Give yourself a mental boost by trying one of these exercises. Golf Golf is a great way to get outside and into shape without the strain that a traditional gym or high-impact sport would have. […]

todayMay 6, 2019 6

virtual reality opioid crisis

Business & Lifestyle

How virtual reality is being used to fight the opioid crisis

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that between 1999 and 2017, nearly 400,000 Americans died from an opioid overdose. This number is staggering and has caught the attention of people around the globe. Experts and researchers have spent countless hours coming up with new treatments and technologies that can help those who struggle with this disease called addiction. People who have addictions are usually hyper-focused on using their drug or substance of choice. They continue to use even […]

todayMay 2, 2019 18

California MediCal smoking

Business & Lifestyle

UCSF study: Quitting smoking could save California’s MediCal program $2.6 billion per year

SAN FRANCISCO (UPI) -- Researchers say they think cutting smoking in each state by 1 percent in a year would lower the cost to taxpayer-supported Medicaid by $2.6 billion the following year, according to findings published Friday in JAMA Network Open. "While 14 percent of all adults in the U.S. smoke cigarettes, 24.5 percent of adult Medicaid recipients smoke," said Stanton Glantz, who runs the tobacco research center at University of a California at San Francisco and study author, in […]

todayApril 12, 2019 5

medical breakthroughs technology

Business & Lifestyle

Which old technology breakthroughs are changing the modern medical field with different uses?

There is no denying that technology is advancing at an alarming rate. It has gotten to the stage where we can control our homes by our phones, that we can instantly call people via video and have robots clean our homes. However, there have been huge advancements in the medical field, and the technology breakthroughs being made are indeed saving lives, often in ways you didn't expect. Ultrasounds for earlier diagnosis The ultrasound machine has been a firm placement of […]

todayMarch 26, 2019 12

fitbit

Business & Lifestyle

Gift ideas for that fitness fanatic in your life

Need to buy a gift for someone that loves their health and fitness? Here are a few ideas that could be worth considering. Smart fitness watch Smart fitness watches such as the FitBit have become very popular. They can record various stats from the amount of steps you’ve taken to your heart rate, which can be viewed in the form of charts using an app on your phone. As these watches can be quite expensive, try to shop around and […]

todayMarch 9, 2019 39

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