Health-related book recommendations for your wellness journey

Taking control of your health starts with knowledge. Here are some highly rated books on diet, lifestyle, exercise, women's and men’s health, aging, and more.

Medicare Supplement Plan G

Once again, the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period has begun, and here's an update on a high deductible Medicare Plan G for those of you who already have or want to enroll in Original Medicare and need Medicare supplement health insurance.

'Tis the season: Upper Respiratory Illnesses (URIs)

Most upper respiratory illnesses (URIs) are viral in nature, which means that antibiotics are not useful and can sometimes even cause harm, such as rash, severe diarrhea, or allergic reactions. Instead, we focus on reducing your symptoms so that your immune system can do its job and take care of the infection on its own.

Source: NIH National Institute on Aging:
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/covid-19/it-cold-flu-or-covid-19

Fall vaccines for respiratory illnesses

The long-awaited announcement from the FDA about the new annual COVID vaccine is here!

Understanding Perimenopause, Menopause, and Postmenopause

As women age, many changes occur in their bodies, especially around their midlife years. The transition from perimenopause to menopause and postmenopause is a natural biological process, but it's often surrounded by confusion, myths and misinformation. To help women navigate this important phase of life, here's an overview on what to expect and how to manage symptoms effectively.