Andrea Piacquadio By speaker One in five Americans have a harder time committing to a fitness routine than a partner.This is according to a survey of 2,000 Americans who exercise at least once a week. The results revealed that over the past 10 years, Americans have tried about five different workout programs and had four different serious partners. In fact, more than two-thirds (68%) are likely to stick with a workout routine that doesn’t necessarily suit them simply because it’s comfortable.Likewise, more than half (53%) of those surveyed are likely to stay with the wrong partner for the same reason.Produced…
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How is vision care covered under the Affordable Care Act?The Affordable Care Act requires pediatric vision care coverage to be one of the essential health benefits. The ACA does not require insurers to provide coverage for routine vision care to adults. What are the ACA rules for pediatric vision insurance?For children under 19, visual coverage is included in all new small groups and individuals. health insurance (with effective dates on or after January 2014), on and off-exchange. This means children get coverage for eye exams, vision screenings, and glasses to correct vision problems. The specific pediatric vision services that must…
Nearly a billion people worldwide suffer from mental health problems, including around 260 million in the WHO South-East Asia region. Inadequate investment in mental health services and the health workforce has led to significant treatment gaps in the Region, which have been further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and highlighted the need urgent need to expand community mental health services. “We must make mental health and well-being a priority for all by reorienting and integrating mental health services into primary health care, ensuring equitable and affordable access to care and services,” said the Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, WHO Regional Director…
ATLANTIC – Dr. Emily Chang will speak at the January session of Cass Health’s Healthy U Lunch and Learn Series. The session will take place on Thursday, January 18 at noon in Conference Room 2.Although primarily known as an obstetrician-gynecologist, Dr. Chang is also board certified in lifestyle medicine. His presentation on lifestyle and brain function is aimed at men and women of all ages.Dr. Chang received his bachelor’s degree in mathematics and natural sciences from Illinois Wesleyan University and a bachelor’s degree in medical science from Midwestern Illinois University. She graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine…
Niçoise pizza is exactly what it sounds like: a mix of classics Nice salad toppings piled high on a warm, doughy crust. Spread the thinly sliced potatoes on top before cooking. Then, once it’s browned and slightly cooled, go to town with all the toppings: peppery arugula, bright green beans, sweet tomatoes, salty olives, crunchy red onions, and rich, flavorful chunks of tuna packed in oil olive.Get the the Pizza Niçoise recipe.
Do Americans aged 50 and older discuss the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) with their health care providers? What are they talking about, or why not? To help answer these questions, in October 2010, AARP and the National Institutes of Health’s National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) partnered on a telephone survey. The survey builds on a similar study conducted in 2006.The use of CAM is widespread. The 2007 National Health Survey, a national government survey, found that 38% of U.S. adults reported using CAM in the previous 12 months, with the highest rates among people…
Even though we can never say no to PastaOn a cold fall day, we often crave tomato soup, and this creamy, easy-to-make soup is the answer to our prayers. Simply prepare the sauce as you normally would for baked feta pasta (with a little less feta), add a little chicken broth, mix and prepare for creamy tomato soup without cream.Get the Baked feta soup recipe.
HEALTH AND HAPPINESS: “With a commitment to positivity, 4 Elements prides itself on treating the body and mind to strengthen the whole person,” says Silvia Fedorcikova, founder and owner of 4 Elements Wellness Center. She is shown with her children Rebecca and Martin, who have been willing and able helpers at the family wellness/spa. By Jean Stratton “I want to make a positive difference in people’s lives. I love seeing clients get better and healthier. I like working with people and helping them. This is my greatest reward. Silvia Fedorcikova, founder and owner of 4 Elements Wellness Center, is passionate…
Employer-provided health coverage is important for recruitment, but even more important for retention. A new survey shows that: 56 percent of U.S. adults with employer-sponsored health benefits said whether or not they like their health coverage is a key factor in their decision to stay in their current job. 46 percent said health insurance was either the deciding factor or a positive influence in choosing their current job. “We were surprised to see such a high percentage of American workers who emphasized the importance of health coverage in choosing and maintaining their jobs,” said Phillip Morris, vice president of…
Unique in the Canadian post-secondary landscape, Collaborations for change (C4C) is back for two more days of stimulating dialogue and knowledge application. Organized for the first time in 2021The intention of this two-day biennial virtual conference co-hosted by the University of Calgary is to bridge the gap between research and practice to improve mental health outcomes for post-secondary students and communities. The Mental Health Commission of Canada estimated that 28 percent of people aged 20 to 29 suffer from mental illness every year and, during the COVID-19 pandemic, three out of four students reported experiencing negative mental health during their…