Over the years, health insurance has experienced it's share of expected changes; sometimes good, sometimes bad, depending who you ask. This was a way to offer additional incentives to employees in addition to the usual money payment. In the not too distant past employers would provide free health insurance to their employees as had been the customary practice for decades. Now however, a closer look at the insurance plan, will reveal something...more
If you are struggling with recently having become unemployed then you realize that the issues of unemployment reach well beyond just a loss of income. For most, a loss of employment also means a loss of their health insurance and life without health insurance can be pretty frightening.Anyone who loses their job and was paying, at least partially, for a health plan will receive info about COBRA. Be ready to lay out some money, though, because this...more
I have once have had a massage. Have you? If not, have you ever contemplated it? If you have not had a massage, here's something you should know. They are many benefits that come with it. Do you think massage is some new fad? Not true. Massage is by no means anything new. It dates back to ancient cultures. Records of different massages go back through the ages in all parts of the world to many ancient civilizations.Massage is the manipulation of superficial layers of muscle and connective tissue, to enhance function and promote relaxation and well-being. Massage became popular in the US in the 1800s and grew in popularity until the 1930s and 40s. With the development of modern medicine, it was discounted as lesser than. It made a re-appearance in the 1960s and 1970s when nurses began to use it to alleviate pain in patients. In the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta massage was deemed a core medical service and its popularity rose again.When studying different languages, one can't deny how exciting it is to discover that many cultures have the same word and customs of massage. The word comes from the Latin word frictio", as well as from the French word meaning friction or...more
Do you have a favorite massage therapist? Many (about 90,000) people in the United States claim this as either their part-time or full-time job. Most are self-employed. This occupation includes a large percentage of part-time and self-employed workers. In the United States there are about 90,000 massage therapists. Most states in the...more
If you have ever taken a moment during your every day routine, no matter if it's at home, at work or simply somewhere in between and thought about all the hazards that were around you at almost all times you would probably be pretty overwhelmed.Now think of all the people who have actually fallen victim to these dangers. Not only is...more
I love my massage therapist. Of all the 90,000 people in the United States who claim massage therapy as their part-time or full-time job, mine is the greatest. Like most, she is self-employed. A large percentage of these workers are of part-time and self-employed workers. Not all states in the United States require some sort of a license to practice massage therapy. If a state does not have any massage laws, then nothing is required and a practitioner need not apply for any sort of license with the state. Each state has its own regulations, but in generally, to train in the US where a license is required it involves 500-1000 hours in length, resulting in a certificate, diploma, or degree depending on the particular school.As more people learn about the benefits of massage therapy, this sort of employment is growing. As independent contractors, massage therapists usually they have their own equipment which consists of special massage tables and chairs are used to position clients during massages. A typical commercial massage table has an easily cleaned, heavily padded surface, and a horseshoe-shaped head support that allows the client to breathe easily while lying face...more
Do you have aches, pains, bursitis, fatigue, high blood pressure? Maybe your ailment is diabetes, immunity suppression, infertility, quitting smoking, depression, found what ails you yet? Perhaps it's lower back pain, maybe arthritis?...more
In all my years on this earth, I have only had one massage! Now that I know the many benefits and history of massage, I'll be looking forward to a series of massages. It is an ancient form of healing and ways of relaxation and rest. It...more
Any of numerous problems can severely restrict the amount of oxygen reaching an unborn baby When this occurs the baby is said to be in fetal distress. In the event that the baby loses necessary oxygen for an extended time frame the baby can die or...more
Keeping as much of your money as possible is what saving is all about. If you are rich, moderately rich or just barely hanging on because of circumstances, why would you want to pay to much for health insurance ? Regardless of your current status in...more
You need to get long term health insurance when you are young because this is the best time to get it and because it is important for everyone to have. First, you need to know some essential facts for this insurance that may affect your future.Most...more
I love my massage therapist. Of all the 90,000 people in the United States who claim massage therapy as their part-time or full-time job, mine is the greatest. Like most, she is self-employed. A large percentage of these workers are of...more