The flu is an infection of the respiratory tract caused by the influenza virus. It usually causes mild to severe illness, but sometimes it can cause fatal complications. Every flu season is different, and influenza can affect people...
Health Care
How to be a Wise Health Care Consumer
With health care costs continuing to rise, it’s more important than ever to take responsibility for your medical care choices. Asking questions and researching your options are good ways to start taking control of how much you spend on...
Why You Should See Your Doctor Sooner Rather Than Later
Visiting your primary care doctor at least once a year is essential to keeping your health on the right track. In fact, those who take preventive care seriously tend to be healthier and lead more productive lives. Take a look at the...
How Can You Help Your Employees Combat Opioid Abuse?
A recent study by the National Business Group on Health (NBGH) revealed that 80 percent of large employers are concerned about employees’ abuse of prescription opioids. The government is concerned, too. With about 91 Americans dying from...
Why Are Health Care Costs Rising?
Though much is being done to help curb the costs of providing health care, the unfortunate truth is that they're still rising faster than the rate of inflation. And that trend is expected to continue, at least for the near future. There...