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In recent news, a John Hopkins University COVID researcher described the Lambda variant as a “potential threat to human society”, and there has been widespread concern about the efficacy of vaccines against the Delta and Delta Plus variant. What do we know about these COVID-19 variants thus far?
Without health insurance, an OB/GYN visit costs $386 on average for an office visit that includes a pap smear and pelvic exam. If you need additional services or prescriptions though, the price of your visit can increase.
Disability insurance is an insurance plan that will pay some of your income if you become disabled due to an illness or injury and takes you away from work. Essentially, you will have an extra layer of financial protection. Various plans are available; however, based on our research, we have found that Guardian provides the best overall disability insurance plan.
Some of the best options include Fixed-Benefit Insurance, Short Term Health Insurance, Healthcare Sharing Ministry Plans, Internet-Based Healthcare, and Travel Health Insurance.
Medicare Part C (or Medicare Advantage), offers Parts A and B but does not guarantee Part D, the expanded prescription drug benefit.
Foods such as avocados, nuts, fish, berries, and leafy greens contain key nutrients to fight off impurities and prevent signs of aging and irritation. Start from the inside out to improve the look and feel of your skin.
The cost of pregnancy tests varies widely depending on the type and location of the test. When considering the type of pregnancy test you are planning to get, it is important to remember that these factors can also play a role in the reliability of the results. At-home urine pregnancy tests often cost between $8-$15, over the counter.
For most Americans, paid family leave is a luxury. In the United States, federal law only requires unpaid leave under certain criteria but allows states and employers to set their own policies. Taking time off to adjust to your new life or managing medical needs is essential but could be met with more administrative complications and stress if not planned properly.
Medicaid is health care coverage for low-income individuals, pregnant women, people with disabilities, children and their families, and the elderly. The program is funded by both the federal and state government and provides a wide range of benefits. You can determine your eligibility by visiting your state’s Medicaid website.
It is advised that you visit a PCP once every three years, a dermatologist once a year, and dentist two times a year.
Without insurance, the average cost of a physical exam ranges from $50 to $200.
Yes, you should get a COVID-19 booster shot when you are eligible. At this time, everyone over the age of 12 should get a booster shot, especially people over 65 years old and those who are immunocompromised.
