Understanding the difference between health insurance and long-term care insurance, it is important to clarify what long-term care means. Long-term care involves a wide range of services that are designed to meet a person’s personal care or health needs when they can no longer perform everyday activities on their own. Long-term care helps cover costs …
The existence of wintertime depression is called “Seasonal Affective Disorder.” The symptoms often are persistent sadness or anxiety, a sense of hopelessness, decreased energy, overeating, and oversleeping. When you see these things creeping in this winter season, there are many things you can do to help alleviate that pain of depression or dread. If you …
After getting through a global pandemic, it seems as if the seasonal cold and respiratory illness has come back with a vengeance. This winter season, it seems as if many people have been experiencing sniffles or a cough but it always receiving negative COVID results. This runny nose and nagging cough seem to feel more …
As we start 2024, many people are adding healthy eating goals to their resolutions, but it sometimes is hard to figure out where to start. According to dietitians, having a protein-rich diet can help you reach weight loss goals. Protein helps you feel full, however, incorporating some protein can make a difference in feeling fuller …
Be the first to view our Top 10 Most Viewed LIG Association Health Program Articles of 2023 below. Many of these articles can be helpful if you are looking to set new health goals as we enter the new year or just want to understand better some of the trends and new ideas around health …
Happy Holidays! As the holiday season fast approaches as well as the end of 2023, we wanted to take a moment to remind you that we are also in the middle of Open Enrollment. This is the one time of year when everyone can get or make changes to their health coverage plans for individuals, …
Fall 2023 Edition: Healthy Living Ideas from around the Internet – The information below comes from leading experts and information resources on healthy living. LIG has curated these articles to help keep you up to date on the latest news, trends, and data on leading a healthier lifestyle, which can help save you money and …
As you are getting new insurance or evaluating the insurance you currently have, it is important to remember to take advantage of mental health and substance abuse coverage for you or your family members. Within the healthcare marketplace, all plans cover these areas as essential health benefits. Specific behavioral health benefits do depend on your …
Do you have a family member, friend, or a loved one who is crazy about their health and wellness? If yes, you might be wondering what to get such a person this holiday season that shows how much you care for them. Getting a healthy gift for a health and fitness enthusiast can be difficult …
Stress, too much screen time, and not enough sleep can all be causes of throbbing headaches. However, the location of the pain coming from your head can reveal exactly what to blame and how you should alleviate it. Forehead Tension Headaches Staring at a screen or reading in low light can cause strain on your …