How to Prevent Heart Disease

How to Prevent Heart Disease

Heart disease is a major cause of death in the U.S., but many risks are preventable. Eat healthy foods Stay active (150 minutes a week) Quit smoking Limit alcohol Manage stress Get 7–9 hours of sleep Keep an eye on your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar...
What is a Medicare Supplemental Plan?

What is a Medicare Supplemental Plan?

When you sign up for Medicare, you can choose either a Medicare Advantage Plan or a Medicare Supplement (MediGap) Plan—you cannot have both. These plans help cover medical expenses in different ways. Medicare Advantage Plans Low or no monthly premiums May require...
How to Prevent Heart Disease

What is Type 2 Diabetes and How Can Your Prevent it?

Type 2 diabetes happens when the body doesn’t use insulin well, causing high blood sugar. It’s often related to lifestyle and can lead to heart, kidney, and nerve problems. How to lower your risk: Lose 5–10% of your body weight if you’re overweight. Eat a balanced...
What is a Medicare Advantage Plan?

What is a Medicare Advantage Plan?

When you sign up for Medicare, you can choose either a Medicare Advantage Plan or a Medicare Supplement (MediGap) Plan — not both. Both help with costs, but they work very differently. Medicare Advantage (MA) Pros: Low or $0 monthly premium Extra benefits like vision,...
How to Prevent Heart Disease

Preventive Health Tests Every Man Should Have

Preventive health screenings are important for keeping men healthy. They help find health problems early, when they are easier to treat. Important tests include: Blood pressure checks starting in early adulthood Cholesterol tests every few years starting at age 20...