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Individuals considering gender reassignment surgery may have concerns about their accessibility to quality healthcare and coverage if they receive Medicare benefits. Routine preventive care and transition-related services are vitally important to prepare for gender reassignment surgery, but there can be some confusion about Medicare coverage for transgender individuals. Medicare is…

Humidifiers are popular home appliances, especially during the winter months. When it’s dry and cold outside, we tend to raise the heat inside to stay warm. Unfortunately, the lack of moisture in the air can contribute to uncomfortably cracked skin and chapped lips. Dry air can also lead to more…

Gynecology is the branch of medicine that includes diseases and functions specific to women’s health, including the reproductive system. While many women on Medicare are over the age of 65 and past their reproductive years, others receive benefits under the age of 65 due to certain disabilities. Regardless of your…

Hearing loss can affect a senior’s physical health and mental well-being. It can cause physical discomfort or pain and can put you at risk for injuries or falls. It can have an equally impactful effect on a senior’s emotional state. Seniors are already vulnerable to feelings of isolation, but losing…

Hip replacement surgery, or arthroplasty, can improve mobility when other treatments, such as medication, physical therapy, and walking aids have not been effective in reducing pain and increasing the functionality of the joint. Arthroplasty is performed over 100,000 times each year and has a 90% success rate. Many seniors who…

Now that Medicare’s Annual Election Period is over, you may be wondering if you another opportunity to make changes to your insurance. If you are not satisfied with your current coverage, you have one more chance to consider your options. During 2019’s new Open Enrollment Period, from January 1 through…

A glucose (blood sugar) monitor can be an essential tool in managing Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. Depending on your diagnosis and treatment plan, your physician may recommend frequent monitoring throughout the day to make sure your sugar levels are within your target range. Glucose levels can fluctuate due…

Cholesterol plays an important role in digestion, hormone production, and generation of Vitamin D. It’s essential to maintain the right balance between good cholesterol (HDL, high density lipoproteins) and bad cholesterol (LDL, low-density lipoproteins). High cholesterol can be a risk factor for heart disease and stroke, as a build-up can…

Hepatitis C is one of the most common forms of Hepatitis, an inflammation of the liver caused by a virus. Acute infections usually occur within six months of exposure to the disease, and can lead to short-term illness. Most cases of Hepatitis C develop into a longer and possibly lifelong…