From 2007 through 2009, Tennessee was rated as the second worst state for adult obesity. Only Mississippi was rated worse than Tennessee's 31.6 percent ranking, which was tied by Alabama.A 2010 report from the Trust for America' Health and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has now confirmed Tennessee as the second worst state for obesity.Far from being benign, obesity is among the key risk factors contributing to a growing epidemic of type 2...more
How great to be pregnant! It's a time of joys and challenges. There are so many aches and pains, such discomfort. Though we are gaining weight, have muscle and joint pain, we are elated. What can we possibly do to alleviate this? I recently heard about pregnancy massage. What a luxury! During my pregnancies, I wish I had heard of this. In most circumstances, pregnancy massages can be a great relief and comfort.When pregnant, we all know that we...more
Isn't technology great. Do you type? Do you do research. Has your child said why, and you've gone straight online to research. Have you been invited by an electronic invite, or maybe thats how you check up on play dates with your childs playmates? I certainly have. The computer contains our master schedule, our reminders, even if we forget whats going on, all I do is go online and search emails. I check my medical records, renew prescriptions, even pay bills online! With this ease comes the downside. That is, migraines, sore neck, back, arms, even fingers.My doctor has told me that my migraines are caused by the pulling on muscles as I hunch over my computer. I first tried neck massage skeptically, but found it such a relaxing way to relieve my aches and pains. As I didn't have a doctor recommendation, I just went to my local massage spa and had a consultation. I clicked with someone, and she became my massage therapist.Massage is the manipulation of superficial layers of muscle and connective tissue. This is done to enhance function and promote relaxation and well-being. If you are looking to modern medicine to cure your issues, maybe you are looking in the wrong place. The art of...more
With so many insurance scams unfolding in the state, the credibility of health insurance companies in California has come under a cloud. And with the state agencies asking the residents to be careful about the carrier they choosing, it has become extremely important that Californians do a through a complete background research before you zero in on...more
You may be ready to take risk by not covering earthquake coverage and you may possibly not require life insurance also but don't take risk with health assurance. If you are in hospital for a few days also all your savings will be exhausted. So it is important that you buy health insurance. There are surplus of option available for each individual...more
Health Insurance can be an effective tax management tool for Australians if their annual taxable income is over $77,000 a year. Not only could their tax be reduced but there are also the benefits of being able to claim on extras like dental and optical as well as having hospital cover to provide peace of mind for those minor hic-ups in life. A popular form of health insurance is family cover which is available also for single parents. While health insurance covers individuals while they are in Australia this is not the case when travelling abroad. In fact it is strongly recommended that travel insurance be considered to cover all medical covers for accidents that may occur. Increasing cover is recommended when participating in sports such as skiing or white water rafting which conventional insurance policies may not cover. This can end up saving you a substantial amount of money should you decide to seek medical care elsewhere or if you are overseas and need to go to hospital or need to see a doctor. It does not cost a lot of money to carry private health insurance and travel insurance and you may end up saving money. The key steps to receiving private health...more
Those of you who are looking for extra health insurance coverage in Australia can opt for private health insurance that can end up saving you money, especially if you happen to go to hospital. You can save yourself money and get...more
Affordable health insurance is not easy to find. With the implementation of healthcare reforms, consumers have to buy health insurance independently if they are not covered by their employers or are not eligible for any government-sponsored...more
Health insurance fraud can cost you too much money. In fact, with this type of scam, you will not be able to reap the real benefits of your investment. As the payer, you will surely want to know how you will successfully battle this...more
Are you thinking of buying your own health insurance plan? But wait, are you also afraid of doing so? Well, maybe that's because you're not confident enough on how to do it. Maybe you don't know how the process goes. Don't dismay as...more
There are different factors to consider when you think of purchasing a health insurance plan. You may always think of the cost and the cover. Plus, you may also think of the name behind the insurance company. Apart from these aspects...more
Through several changes in statutory health insurance might be worth a change in the private health insurance. The statutory health insurance increase from 2011, the general contribution. Homeopathic treatments are to be abolished...more