Selecting a plan that’s right for you during Medicare open enrollment
Medicare open enrollment runs from October 15 through December 7, 2018. Check these tips to help make your selection.
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No cost assistance with Medicare Open Enrollment available for southeast Colorado
If you live in southeast Colorado, a nonprofit agency can help you with Medicare Open Enrollment questions.
The votes have been counted, the results are (mostly) in: What’s next for health care?
Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat, was re-elected in West Virginia, where voters cited health care as a major concern.
Luxury spas in Colorado – recharge in these artesian spas
These luxury spas in Colorado feature locally-inspired treatments, signature therapies, and so much more. Indulge yourself at one of these artesian spas today.
Dear Dietitian – What effects do trans fats have on the body?
Dear Readers,
We've all heard of trans fats by now, but what are they and what effect do they have on the body? "Trans" is a chemistry term that refers to the arrangement of molecules. In a trans formation, molecules are arranged on opposite sides of the carbon: carbon double bond.
Trans fats, which are unsaturated, are found in small amounts in animal products. The big offender has been artificial trans fats, like shortening, which contained partially hydrogenated oils. The good news is as of June 2018, artificial trans fats have been banned in the United States.
Marijuana is on the ballot in four states, but legalization may soon stall, researchers say
Utah residents show support for a ballot initiative that would legalize medical marijuana in the state.
AP Photo/Rick Bowmer
27 simple ideas to increase your physical activity – and your health!
Make physical activity a regular part of the day
Choose activities that you enjoy and can do regularly. Fitting activity into a daily routine can be easy -- such as taking a brisk 10-minute walk to and from the parking lot, bus stop, or subway station. Or, join an exercise class. Keep it interesting by trying something different on alternate days. Every little bit adds up and doing something is better than doing nothing.
Why washing your hands well is so important to protect your family from the flu
One-year-old Kilian Doherty being prepared for a chest X-ray Feb. 9, 2018 to determine if he had flu.
David Goldman/AP Photo
Get a flu shot now – for your benefit and your neighbors'
A nurse in Atlanta reaches for a vial of vaccine to prepare for an injection.
David Goldman/AP Photo
Dear Dietitian – What are natural foods?
Dear Readers,
What images come to mind when you think of a natural food? An apple freshly picked from a tree? A loaf of bread fresh out of the oven? Fresh green beans right out of the garden?
Some food manufacturers are finding themselves in hot water for labeling their foods as "natural" when maybe they're not so natural after all. Food companies are cashing in on the "natural" perception, as consumers often believe these products are better for them and are willing to pay more.