Every adult needs advance directives. Unexpected events can render a person unable to make decisions about his or her medical care at any age. “Ever since Congress passed the Patient Self-Determination Act in 1990, health professionals and consumer advocates have urged Americans, especially older adults, to draw up advance directives and distribute them to families […]
Continue readingIf You Want to Save Money on Your Prescriptions Don’t Be Afraid to Ask Questions
People across the United States have learned the harsh realities of prescription medication economics. And we’ve started taking drastic actions to get our costs down. In its April 2018 article, How to Pay Less for Your Meds,¹ Consumer Reports shared these statistics from a survey of 1,200 people who experienced increased prescription costs within 12 […]
Continue readingDo You Need a Healthcare Advocate?
Aging is a condition which happens over time which is both avoided and wished for. People wish to live a long life, but they also don’t want to grow old and deal with the downsides which can come with aging. Our bodies are changing once again, requiring a different style of care from what we […]
Continue readingDoctor Problems Solved
by: Eldridge Stimmel We’ve all been there. You fight the crowds on the roads or sidewalks to get to your doctor’s appointment and spend far too long in the waiting and exam rooms. Then your doctor rushes in, listens to your lungs, tosses a few prescriptions your way, and bids you a curt farewell. By […]
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