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Health Insurance Aug 9, 2021 7 min

How to Get Health Insurance During the Special Enrollment Period

If you did not purchase health insurance or are not previously covered, you might apply during the Special Enrollment Period if you have a qualifying life event.

By Gavin Oxley

Tips Aug 10, 2021 7 min

How Much Does a Vitamin D Test Costs Without Insurance?

Vitamin D, typically known as the sunshine vitamin, is essential for maintaining strong bones, boosting your immune system, and reducing depression. If you feel that you are at risk of experiencing soft or weak bones symptoms, a vitamin D test may help assess a treatment regimen. A vitamin D test will likely cost you between $15 and $263.

By Madeline Hlobik

Public Health May 11, 2024 10 min

7 Best Medications for Heartburn and Acid Reflux in 2024

The best medication for heartburn includes classes of heartburn medications: antacids, histamine-2 (H2) blockers, and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs).

By Madeline Hlobik

COVID-19 Apr 23, 2024 9 min

Will Variants Cause Another Lockdown?

Over the past few months, the Delta variant has posed a threat to returning to normal life, but healthy, vaccinated people do not need to worry.

By Alexis Bryan

Prescriptions Nov 23, 2021 6 min

How To Save on Prescription Drugs Without Insurance?

There are different solutions to utilize to save money, including buying bulk prescriptions to requesting the generic version. Below we go into detail on 10 ways to save money when purchasing your prescriptions.

By Alyssa Corso

Insights Jan 1, 2024 11 min

How Much Do Birth Control Pills Cost Without Insurance in 2024?

The cost of birth control pills without insurance can range between $10-$200 per monthly pack, which usually comes out to a few hundred or thousands of dollars per year.

By Ashley Brooks

Insights Aug 23, 2022 6 min

How Much Does a Dermatologist Visit Cost Without Insurance?

On average, a dermatologist visit will cost about $221 but will range depending on various factors. However, the cost will likely depend on the location of your provider, what you are being treated for, prescribed medications, and any additional tests that are done during your appointment. The best practice is to call doctors in your area and ask for prices upfront to avoid surprise medical bills.

By Talor Bianchini

Tips Aug 23, 2022 11 min

How to Build a Simple Skincare Routine

Taking care of your skin is essential to maintaining overall health. Building a simple and effective skincare routine is worth the time to ensure healthier and happier skin later in life. With all of the products on the market, it can get overwhelming to choose what is best for you and your skin. However, you can build a skincare routine by starting with three simple steps; cleansing, toning and moisturizing.

By Talor Bianchini

Insights Aug 3, 2021 6 min

Child Tax Credit: What It Is and How to Claim

The child tax credit is a tax benefit granted to American taxpayers for each qualifying dependent child. Taking advantage of the child tax credit each year can be important to support you and your family members each year. Money received from the child tax credit can be put towards food, housing, and insurance premiums.

By Gavin Oxley

Health Insurance Aug 11, 2022 7 min

Costco Health Insurance: What it is & What it Costs

Costco is a consumer hub with various offerings; food samples, toiletries, realtor insurance policies, and health insurance. Costco has a health insurance plan and marketplace where clients can view and compare prices for different health insurance lines. To do this, Costco recently merged with Custom Benefits Consultants, Inc (CBC). The average monthly cost for Costo Health Insurance ranges between $335 and $712, depending on what state you live in.

By Madeline Hlobik

Insights Aug 23, 2022 7 min

How Much Does Botox Cost?

The cost of Botox is about $466 per procedure. Some side effects of botox include cold or flu symptoms, crooked smile/drooling, dizziness, and more.

By Talor Bianchini

COVID-19 Apr 23, 2024 6 min

Everything You Need to Know About the Sinovac Vaccine

The Sinovac vaccine, CoronaVac, is an inactivated vaccine developed by a private Chinese company. It requires two doses given 2-4 weeks apart, similar to mRNA vaccines and most adenovector vaccines. Currently, the Sinovac vaccine is approved in China and for emergency use in other countries.

By Alexis Bryan