The costs for medical insurance and health care services continue to rise, causing American businesses to reevaluate their budget priorities and look for ways to keep expenses in line. As a result, employee wellness programs are growing in popularity, becoming a viable solution for employers to accomplish several goals, including: View full article »
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Sugar-sweetened beverages are tasty treats, but can they harm kids’ oral health?
According to the Kick the Can organization, in the United States sugary drinks are produced in 61 brands and represent annual sales of approximately $29 billion. These beverages are available in more than 664 varieties, including sodas, fruit drinks, smoothies, flavored waters and sports drinks. View full article »
If you have a toothache or oral health concern, how do you resolve the problem? Traditionally most Americans go to their family dentist for dental issues, but a recent report indicates increasing numbers are heading to hospital emergency rooms (ER) for dental problems. View full article »
How often do you take your eyes for granted? Each day when you wake up, do you assume your eyes will provide the vision needed throughout the day? Do you take necessary precautions to protect your eyes from injury and harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays that can lead to blindness? Review the following suggestions to help you take care of your eyes, so you can enjoy healthy vision throughout life: View full article »
There is nothing like a child’s silly grin or hilarious laugh to make parents smile.
To ensure kids enjoy good health throughout their school-age years, parents need to take advantage of health screenings available through health clinics and physician offices. The new Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, signed into law in March 2010, reinforces the importance of health care screenings by requiring most insurance plans to pay for preventive care evaluations.
National health experts have developed suggested guidelines for screening tests. However, some doctors and health insurance companies may have different frequency preferences. Prior to scheduling a recommended evaluation, parents should verify their insurance coverage. Here’s a list of health screening options for school-age kids under 20 years old: View full article »
