Medicare Supplement Comparisons

Author: Bridgette DryMost people who have their own Medicare health insurance often feel the need for a Medicare supplement plan to make way for additional medical benefits. With a number of available options for Medicare supplement plans today, some have a hard time choosing the best plan and the best company to work with. In line with this, plan holders must see choose a Medicare supplement plan that is suitable for their needs.The best option for a Medicare supplement is something that can give the Medicare plan holder the maximum coverage he/she needs, sans overspending. When choosing the best Medicare supplement, it is best that Medicare plan holders are aware of the status of all Medicare supplement plans. These plans, regardless of...

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Food Allergies and Food Allergy Testing Methods

Author: Monica Levin The term food allergies has recently taken on a meaning that is synonymous with food sensitivities and food intolerances. In this article the words 'food allergies' are used to mean any adverse reaction to food, whether it involves the immune system or not.Food allergies can affect you in many ways other than anaphalaxis, affecting the skin, the skeleton, the digestive system, the heart and blood vessels, the airways, the muscles, the kidneys and bladder, and the nerves and brain.Examples of Food Allergy ReactionsThe Skin: read and itchy eyes, eczema, psoriasis, itchy skin, hives, rashThe Skeleton: aching joints, rheumatoid arthritisThe Digestive System: mouth ulcers, canker sores, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, stomach...

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Drug abuse and denial

Author: NEO@OGILVYDrug abuse can be ruinous to an addict\'s health and mental well-being and can also be devastating to the family and friends of an addict. Yet a denial of their drug abuse often blinds addicts to the cause of their problems - their dependence on drugs. It allows them to pretend that their using is not destructive.Addiction is characterised by compulsive behaviour that the addict is unable to curb, despite the serious consequences. Addicts are often in denial that the negative effects of their behaviour are outweighed by any perceived benefits - making them unable to stop.Denial in addictionLike in all forms of addiction, denial is a natural defence mechanism taken to extreme and unhealthy lengths - becoming an obstacle...

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Alcohol and Your Health

Author: Sarah CornishAlcohol has a wide range of negative effects on an individual\'s health. If used to excess over a significant period of time, it can cause serious damage and health complications.The body can become physically dependent on alcohol and those addicted to alcohol may need to undergo alcohol detox so that they can stop drinking safely and in the long-term.One of the misconceptions about alcohol is that it\'s a stimulant; it is in fact a depressant. This is why it can cause people to slur their words, make poor judgements, lose their memory and perhaps become violent.Alcohol cal also cause stomach problems and is a major irritant. Drinking a lot can cause vomiting, nausea and diarrhoea. It\'s very dehydrating and this is the...

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Tips for Stopping Drinking

Author: Sarah CornishYou may be concerned about your drinking for a number of reasons – perhaps you\'re worried about your health or the damage that drinking is doing to your relationships. If you have not become physically dependent on alcohol, you may be able to stop drinking by yourself. If you are dependent on alcohol, you still might be able to quit drinking without alcohol treatment but you should speak to your GP or an alcohol support professional as there can be some nasty side-effects so just stopping without support can be dangerous. Your doctor may refer you for alcohol rehab or offer you ways to help you detox from home. 1. Define your goals Ask yourself why you want to stop drinking and think carefully about it. Understanding...

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