Health & Wellness

Changes to Texas Medicaid Rules leave many at Risk for Losing Coverage Starting this month, Texas Medicaid recipients will be required to go through a redetermination and renewal process as the rules that expanded coverage access and eliminated annual renewal requirements during the pandemic have ended. For nearly six million Texans, this means they will have to re-apply for Medicaid …

Fuel Your Body: 10 Nutritious Foods You Need Today Introduction Are you tired of the same old diets and meal plans? Do you want to change things up and fuel your body with some delicious and nutritious foods? The good news is that there are plenty of options to choose from. In this article, we will be exploring 10 of …

The Silent Menace: How Real is Your Risk of Heart Disease Heart disease can come like a thief at night, without any visible threats that you can see. If anything, cardiovascular issues can begin as tiny warning signs; small things such as mild chest pain or minor difficulty breathing after a jog can be the sign of an impending heart …

André Churchwell Named to Becker’s “Black Health Care Leaders to Know” List André Churchwell, MD by Kathey Whitney Promoting Diversity in Leadership in Health Care Vanderbilt University’s Vice Chancellor of Equity, Diversity, Institutional Belonging, Community Outreach, and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer, André Churchwell, MD, has been honored in Becker’s Hospital Review’s “Black health care leaders to know” list for …

5 Delicious Low-Calorie Meal Ideas 5 Delicious Low-Calorie Meal Ideas Eating healthy doesn’t have to be bland or boring. With these low-calorie meal ideas, you won’t even miss the extra calories! 1. Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Ingredients: 3 oz grilled chicken breast 2 cups fresh Romaine lettuce 2 tbsp low-fat Caesar dressing 1/4 cup croutons Directions: Season chicken breast with …

Living Healthily: A Comprehensive Guide to Supplements We often hear the saying “health is wealth,” and indeed it is. There is no amount of money that can replace the importance of good health. With today’s busy lifestyle, people have become more conscious of their health and well-being. Although exercise and a balanced diet are the top recommendations for living a …

The Best 30 Tips to Care for Those with Alzheimer’s Disease The Best 30 Tips to Care for Those with Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s Disease Demands Extraordinary Care When someone you love is affected by Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, it is a challenging time for both you and your loved one. You want to do everything you can …

5 Common Fitness Myths Holding You Back Are you struggling to reach your fitness goals? Maybe you’ve been following common myths that are holding you back. In this article, we’ll debunk five common fitness myths to help you achieve the results you’ve been working for. Myth #1: You have to work out every day to see results. Many people believe …

Sacramento City Council Approves 100-Foot “Quiet Zones” Near Healthcare Facilities The Sacramento City Council has unanimously approved 100-foot “quiet zones” around health care facilities. The ordinance prohibits sound amplifiers, like microphones and megaphones, from being used within 100 feet of a health care facility’s property line, in order to reduce “harassing, obstructive, or intimidating behavior.” The change is part of …

The COVID-19 public health emergency declared by the federal government will come to an end on May 11, 2023. Decisions and policies that were introduced during the pandemic will undergo changes, but Kaiser Permanente’s commitment to providing excellent care quality for COVID-19 will remain unchanged. Changes Post-May 11 Care and Coverage Under the federal public health emergency, COVID-19 testing, vaccinations, …