The headlines made it sound as though all Social Security recipients would finally be off the hook when it came to federal taxes. Millions of Americans were led to believe that everyone receiving Social Security benefits would benefit equally. Many people believe President Trump's tax cut provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) were... Continue Reading →
It’s About Time: Medicare and Affordable GLP-1 Coverage
Let’s hope this really happens. For years, many people on Medicare have been stuck in a frustrating situation: doctors recommending GLP-1 medications like Wegovy or Zepbound for weight loss, while the price tags made them nearly impossible to afford. 500-800 up to 1400.0 a month! Some people don’t get that much a month. They just... Continue Reading →
Hantavirus: Why Centralized Quarantine Makes More Sense Than Home Isolation
Hantavirus: Why Centralized Quarantine Makes More Sense Than Home Isolation As health officials respond to the current hantavirus situation, one question deserves serious attention: Why does the United States still believe people can safely quarantine at home? Do you really think people will stay away from others? Not go to the store? Outside? Be serious.... Continue Reading →
Mothers Day
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the women who gave us life, loved us through our best and worst moments, and somehow managed to keep us alive despite all the times we confidently said, “I know what I’m doing.” And let’s not forget about grandmothers—the women who mastered parenting the first time around and... Continue Reading →
What is your career plan?
What is your career plan? My career path? Let’s just say it wasn’t exactly a straight line. It looked more like a GPS that kept saying, “Recalculating.” I never loved school, especially the classes where I remember thinking, “When in the world am I ever going to use this?” (I’m still waiting for the day... Continue Reading →
The time is now to prepare
Hurricane Preparedness: Don’t Be “That Person” at the Last Minute Hey everybody—if you live in an area prone to hurricanes (or really any natural disaster), you want to be prepared. Don’t wait until you hear alarms or see people panic-buying water like it’s the last drop on earth… because by then, it’s pretty much too... Continue Reading →
When You Know Something Isn’t Right: How to Talk to Your Doctor About Your Thyroid
Have you ever walked out of a doctor’s office feeling like you weren’t really heard? You’re exhausted. Your hair is thinning. You’ve gained weight. You’re freezing when everyone else is comfortable. Your skin is dry. You can’t think clearly. Yet somehow, you’re told, “Everything looks fine.” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. One of... Continue Reading →
May Is Arthritis Awareness Month
I’ve been living with osteoarthritis for over 35 years now—and let me tell you, it has definitely made itself at home. It started in my knees around age 25… then by 35, my hands said, “Hey, don’t forget about us.”Later on, my spine joined the party… and just last year, my feet decided they didn’t... Continue Reading →
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