What are the differences between rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis?
May is Arthritis Awareness Month. When talking with your doctor about arthritis, it can be helpful to know a few differences between rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
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Osteoporosis Awareness Month: Risk factors, screening, Medicare coverage and more
May is National Osteoporosis Month – a good time to spread awareness of osteoporosis, a condition that weakens the bones. Let's discuss more about osteoporosis and how Medicare can help you pay for screenings and treatment.
4 health benefits of volunteering
April is Volunteer Month, so we wanted to take this opportunity to discuss the ways volunteering allows us to do good - and feel good - as we get older! Volunteering gives people a boost and makes them feel good about themselves.
COVID-19: Staying informed about symptoms, testing and vaccinations
It's been over two years since the COVID-19 pandemic became a major part of our lives. It's just as important now as ever to stay informed about symptoms, access to at-home testing and where you can get the vaccine and recommended boosters.
Positive things you can do to manage stress and self-esteem
Stress and low self-esteem can prevent you from living the life you want. While both are a natural part of our lives, that doesn't mean we have to live with them! Here are a few ideas for positive ways to manage stress and self-esteem.
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: 5 things to note
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. We wanted to take this opportunity to help promote awareness of the importance of colorectal cancer screening, prevention, and treatment.
How to practice mindful eating
It's time to think about developing healthy eating habits. This includes practicing mindful eating which means paying attention to your food – what you buy, how you prepare it, serve it, and consume it.
5 tips for taking an active role in managing your prescriptions
Not managing your prescriptions correctly can be harmful, so it's important to take an active role in understanding your medication and managing your prescriptions correctly. Here are some tips to assist you.
6 tips to improve your sleep
At ApexHealth, we realize that getting enough rest gives us the energy we need to live life boldly and getting older doesn't mean you have to be tired all the time! Since March is Sleep Awareness Month, we decided that it was a good time to provide six tips to improve your sleep.
Everything you need to know about Medicare Annual Wellness Visits
Did you know that you're eligible for what's known as a "Welcome to Medicare" preventive visit during the first 12 months of enrolling in Part B? Did you also know once you've had Medicare Part B for longer than 12 months, you may be eligible for an annual wellness visit?