Most of us don’t look forward to a trip to the dentist. However, caring for your teeth and gums is a crucial part of maintaining overall health. Research over the past decade has revealed links between tooth and gum health and several serious medical conditions. A recent study found that
Movember is a charity that focuses on men’s health issues and invests in both research and support services. To date, the Movember Foundation has raised $559 million in donations and has been responsible for funding over 800 different programs in 21 countries across the globe. You can easily recognize many
Breast cancer affects one in eight women, and the National Breast Cancer Foundation estimates that about 220,000 women are diagnosed each year. Thankfully, early diagnosis and treatment most often leads to a full recovery. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an annual campaign to raise awareness of the disease and the
The majority of our lives are spent focusing on work. Even our days off can find us obsessing over various work-related issues – sitting at a computer or watching our smartphones, answering work emails, or planning for an upcoming project or meeting. We have a very hardworking culture in America,
Employers want to attract the best people to their companies, and the right benefits program is a great way to do that. Benefits can also help your business retain important personnel. There are always concerns about the bottom line, and any benefits program you put in place must be cost-effective. Essentially, you
It’s not easy to think about the possibility of becoming disabled, suffering a serious illness, or becoming incapacitated. We understand these are difficult topics, but even if you are young and healthy, it may be time to have an honest conversation about disability insurance. This type of insurance coverage can
Though it can be a difficult subject to think about, many of us will need assistance with basic needs of living when we reach old age. Long Term Care insurance (or LTC insurance) protects your savings and your other assets when you reach the point of needing help for everyday
The Health Care Reform Act changed the rules with regard to health insurance plans for business owners, and it’s important you put the right plan in place. We know the rules and can tell you exactly how this law will affect your company, as well as what options could help
When the Affordable Care Act (otherwise known as Obamacare) became law, the entire health insurance industry made a massive shift. Insurance plans changed and issues regarding pre-existing conditions were resolved. The problem that exists now is getting enrolled in the right health insurance plan. Whether you use the state or
