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As medical technology advances, insulin-dependent diabetics have more choices available to them to meet their needs. An insulin delivery system like the T-Slim Insulin Pump can release the necessary amount of insulin over the course of a day without the need for manual injections. Comparing an Insulin Pump with Insulin…

An organ transplant can be a life-saving procedure, but recipients of organ transplants face significant health risks during recovery. Certain medications are necessary in order for these recipients to avoid infection and other systemic complications. What Medications Do Kidney Transplant Recipients Need? Because an organ transplant is a complex and…

If you need an MRI scan, will your Medicare benefits cover the cost? Since an MRI can be expensive, it’s essential to know this ahead of time, so you don’t get a surprise later on. We’ll go over what an MRI is, why you’d get one, and whether or not…

Walk-in clinics serve an important role in the health care world by providing services without the need for an appointment. Medicare recipients may find they need the care provided by a walk-in clinic, so understanding their options when it comes to coverage can help them avoid excessive out-of-pocket expenses. Understanding…

Many Medicare recipients rely on durable medical equipment like mobility aids to get around every day. They are essential for helping some people maintain their independence and quality of life. A mobility aid is a piece of equipment that can help people who have difficulty walking by themselves, and walkers,…

Love and marriage happen at any age, and as life expectancy stats continue to rise across the United States, many seniors are married to younger spouses. In any marriage it’s important to not only discuss plans for the future, but also to put those plans into action by having some…

Breast reconstruction is a term that is used to describe a type of surgical procedure designed to reshape or replace the breast. It is sometimes used interchangeably with plastic or cosmetic surgery that is used to redefine the breast, but in many cases, breast reconstruction takes place after an injury…

Millions of Medicare recipients rely on prescription medications to help improve or maintain their health. Vascepa is a medication prescribed by doctors to lower high triglyceride levels. If you are prescribed Vascepa, you may be concerned about the costs. Medciare Part D prescription drug coverage may be able to help….

Everyone knows that exercise is a critical part of keeping your body healthy. This is increasingly true as you get older as bones and muscles may start to weaken, joints begin to wear down, and it may become more difficult to go about daily activities. If you qualify for Medicare…