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...
Is My Money Safe in a Bank Account?

Is My Money Safe in a Bank Account?

Keeping money in a bank account is safe because most accounts are insured for up to $250,000 by the federal government. Benefits of using a bank account: You have more protection against fraud and accidental charges. Direct deposit into your account means money you...
What is Type 2 Diabetes and How Can Your Prevent it?

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 Type 2 Diabetes and How Can Your Prevent it?

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...
Apply for Disaster Assistance

Apply for Disaster Assistance

Are you the victim of a disaster? This site allows you to: 1. Find disaster assistance that meets your personal needs. 2. Learn about more than 70 forms of assistance from 17 federal agencies. 3. Apply for disaster assistance online. 4. Check the status of your...