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Key Points Question How does spending on different health conditions vary by payer (public insurance, private insurance, or out-of-pocket payments) and how has this spending changed over time? Findings From 1996 to 2016, total health care spending increased from an estimated $1.4 trillion to an estimated $3.1 trillion. In 2016, private insurance accounted for 48.0% (95% CI, […]
Can You Increase Breast Size Naturally? It is important to understand that breast size cannot be significantly augmented by diet or lifestyle changes alone. Genetics and physiological factors like metabolism largely determine breast size. While certain exercises can improve the tone of chest muscles, they do not directly increase breast size. It is important to […]
Health insurance means different things to people across the world – the USA’s system is known for several distinguishing features, including a high relative cost to the individual and a lack of universal coverage. You may be wondering why the cost of healthcare insurance seems to be rising and how the picture compares to other nations. In a country […]
When you’re trying to manage your money and figure out your budget, here’s a question to add to your list: How much does health insurance cost per month? Whether you’re in charge of a household or single and in charge of only yourself, most of us have a budget. Each month we hold ourselves accountable to pay […]
Health insurance pays for healthcare expenses for treatments, medicine and services as determined by the coverage features defined in your specific policy. You pay a health insurance premium for the coverage, whether or not you seek medical care. When you use services covered by your plan, the health insurer pays a portion of your healthcare costs. Depending […]
Article at a glance Meet Jill Degen, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Jill Degen, APRN, PMHNP, is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and has been working in mental health for 13 years. She’s passionate about advocating and ensuring patients receive effective, compassionate, and trauma-informed treatment. “I’m passionate about mental health because it’s often stigmatized by society. Mental health is talked […]
Article at a glance What Is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)? Peripheral artery disease (also known as peripheral arterial disease or PAD) occurs when the narrowing of arteries or blockages in the arteries occurs, usually in the legs or lower extremities of the body. This reduces blood flow from the heart to other areas of the body. The […]
Article at a glance Many of us have a love-hate relationship with goal setting. Creating health goals can inspire us and allow us to visualize a healthier lifestyle, but sticking to goals can sometimes be frustrating and stressful. Fortunately, there are easier ways to set (and accomplish) health goals. In this article, we share five strategies to […]
Article at a glance The common cold is an upper respiratory infection and the most common illness in the world. In fact, the average adult experiences 2–3 colds a year. Symptoms tend to be mild and may include sneezing, a stuffy nose, sore throat, coughing, and headaches. When treating a cold, many people turn to medications, hydration, and rest. While […]
There is several heart touching quotes stating beauty lies in the eyes of beholders, beauty is a virtue that lies within a person and it also lies in the way we look at beauty. Despite all these beautiful quotes, one can’t resist the fact that visual beauty appeals every one. Wherever people see the physical […]
