Many employers with less than 50 employees offer employee benefit packages. Considered small group health insurance, employers may offer medical and dental insurance plans and other health benefits, such as wellness and disease management programs. If your employer does not offer group health insurance, you can find coverage on your own or through organizations, such as trusts or association where you are a member.

Many women over the age of 40 suffer from unsightly veins in their legs. We often call these veins spider veins or varicose veins. These are actually 2 different types of disorders. It’s easy to distinguish spider veins from varicose veins. There are certain characteristics that separate one type of condition from the other.

The American Heart Association noted that approximately one in three adults has high blood pressure; however, some are not aware of it because with high blood pressure, there are no symptoms. Because of having no symptoms, high blood pressure undetected can lead to other health issues, which include kidney failure and stroke. Additionally, because of having no symptoms, high blood pressure is labeled as being the silent killer. Below are steps to how to control high blood pressure, the silent killer.

The Depo-Provera shot, known as the Depo shot for short, is a hormonal contraception administered by way of an injection. Each Depo shot lasts for approximately 13 weeks and you must keep up to date on your shots to ensure the Depo-Provera is effective. It is important to get as much information as you can about benefits and risks the shot before deciding if it is right for you.

In an earlier article I explained how several exercises could be used to ease eye strain for better vision. Simple, basic massage and acupressure techniques can relax the facial muscles and related eye muscle attachments.

Life goals are often not something that people stumble upon without much thought. It is common for people to think that they want something and later find out that the dream was short-lived. In order to find what you really want in life, you must be willing to think and plan often, opening your mind to new ideas and possibilities.

According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), 5010 standards are introduced as part of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The 5010 standards are entered on the Federal Register as required by law for all medical entities covered by the 5010 rules.

Parents of children diagnosed with a behavioral disorder may find the terminology confusing. A disorder is a psychological term used to describe a condition. Disability is a legal term that defines the extent to which the disorder impairs the child from functioning in an academic setting. Not all children who have a behavior disorder are disabled.

Selenium refers to a trace mineral naturally found in many foods, such as Brazil nuts. Some people take selenium supplements to improve their health. Selenium may increase the ability of antioxidants to protect your body’s cells, according to Medline Plus.

A regular ingredient in Asian diets, seaweed is packed with minerals as well as vitamins B-1, B-2 and B-12. Vitamin B-1 helps with nerve function and muscle tissue, B-2 helps the body absorb iron and B-12 promotes a healthy nervous system. Some of seaweed’s many benefits include strengthening the immune system, increasing energy and providing iodine that supports function of the thyroid, which controls the metabolic rate of every cell in the body. Some of the most popular seaweeds are kelp, nori, dulse, arame and wakame, and they may be eaten in many ways.