We all know that living a long and healthy life involves eating well and exercising. There is one more key component, however, that is emerging to be of paramount importance: socialization. And what, exactly, is socialization? Simply put: Interacting on a regular basis with other human beings. […]
The mistake is actually failing to address healthcare decisions before the need arises. For example, a lady came into my office and said, “My neighbor is in the hospital unconscious. We have lived next door to each other for 30 years and we are best friends. I went to the hospital and the doctors won’t tell me what is happening with her. […]
When choosing the facility you have surgery in, options can become daunting. Do you understand the differences in facilities to make the most educated decision? One of the main differences of facilities in Texoma is Heritage Park Surgical Hospital, a physician-owned hospital. There are many advantages to physician ownership: cutting-edge technology, specialty surgery teams and faster care with better service. […]
According to the American Diabetes Association, it’s estimated that 25.8 million Americans (children and adults) have diabetes. That’s 8.3% of the population. There are certainly many complications from diabetes that are well known: heart disease, kidney disease, blindness, stroke, high blood pressure and peripheral neuropathy. […]
Forget the actual process for getting your blood drawn, figuring out what your lab results mean can be just as scary and overwhelming! With so many acronyms, numbers and ranges, it can be difficult to keep track of your health levels. […]
For the past seven years, Dr. Vidal has also valued her role as part of the Orthopedics Associates team. Each of the eight physicians is fellowship trained and highly qualified in providing expert, personal and state-of-the art care to their patients. As a medical group, their specialties cover a spectrum of areas related to sports medicine and bone and joint health, restoration and maintenance.
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Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine is pleased to welcome Dr. Patrick Sniezek at Mohs Surgery and Skin Cancer Center at the Colorado Springs Dermatology Clinic to the publication […]
HOW IS YOUR TAX HEALTH?
By Greg Kollmeyer, Greater Springfield LIVING WELL Magazine
With the end of the year approaching, it’s a good time to assess your personal tax situation and evaluate any recent legislative changes and how they affect you. In a very controversial decision, the U.S. Supreme Court recently upheld the constitutionality of the 2010 health care law. What does this mean to you, and how can you plan accordingly with this and other expiring “Bush-era tax credits?” […]
How’s Your Medicare D Plan?
By Mark Johnson R.CPhT., Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
The time is here if you are needing to change your Medicare Part D plan or if you are wanting to change your Medicare Advantage plan. You also have the opportunity during this time to switch from a Medicare Advantage plan and go to original Medicare. The open enrollment period is from October 7 through December 15. […]
Tax Planning Opportunities
By Robin Jackson, Partner Terry Lockridge & Dunn, Linn County LIVING WELL Magazine
The end of 2012 will soon be upon us. And with the year drawing to a close, now is an ideal time to review your tax situation and evaluate tax savings strategies that may help you minimize your 2012 tax bill. Here are a few planning suggestions to help get you started. […]
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