What’s new for ACA health insurance open enrollment : Shots

Illustration of a group of people putting together a large scale puzzle on the floor.  The image on the puzzle is the health care cross.  Medications surround the people putting the puzzle together.
Illustration of a group of people putting together a large scale puzzle on the floor.  The image on the puzzle is the health care cross.  Medications surround the people putting the puzzle together.

It’s fall again, meaning shorter days, cooler temperatures, and open enrollment for Affordable Care Act marketplace insurance — sign-ups begin this week for coverage that starts Jan. 1, 2023. Even though much of the ACA coverage stays the same from year to year, there have been a few changes you’ll want to take note of this fall, including those that might help you even if you don’t usually buy ACA insurance, but have been having trouble finding an affordable health plan through your employer.

In the past year, the Biden administration and Congress have taken steps — mainly related to

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Top 6 Fitness Youtubers; Full body workouts from home without equipment

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Full body workouts from home without equipment

Sticking to a fitness journey is way easier than people make it seem.

Oftentimes, what keeps us from achieving our fitness goals is motivation. Who wants to do 100 crunches after a long day of work when your bed looks so enticing?

It doesn’t matter if you’re a cardio queen or a passionate yogi looking for new Yoga routines; without motivation, staying fit is one of the most challenging tasks of your life.

Like everything in this world, motivation is

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Fast-tracking digital transformation | Healthcare IT News

Fast tracking digital transformation

4 steps that can help healthcare organizations evolve

Most industries across the globe have already experienced digital transformation.

“Pretty much every business sector is digitally enabled today,” said Anne Snowdon, RN, PhD, Chief Scientific Research Officer, HIMSS Analytics. “From travel to banking to retail, everything is digital and highly automated, except in healthcare. But can you imagine if a healthcare organization could proactively say, ‘Gee, we notice your blood sugar is starting to decline. Let’s have a conversation about how we can get those glucose levels back to normal?’”

Many healthcare organizations (HCOs) have faced challenges

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Health Spotlight: Initiative aims to minimize opioids for pain – WISH-TV | Indianapolis News | Indiana Weather

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — At one time, opioids were the primary source of pain relief for patients recovering from surgery.

In Wednesday’s Health Spotlight segment, News 8’s Lena Pringle looks into a new trend away from the pain prescriptions.

One in 5 people who have been prescribed opioids to manage pain from surgery find themselves struggling to stop taking the drugs long after their physical recovery. Opioid addiction has been called a crisis. There’s now a shift away from opioid painkillers after a procedure.

Total joint replacement. Tummy tucks. Lung surgery. “Those are at the top of my list of very

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Controlling Your Sweet Tooth With Sweet & Simple Ontario Apple Snacks – Osinga Nutrition

A snack is always complete with a crunchy and sweet apple treat! Today I’m showing three simple apple recipes that will help control your sweet tooth!

This post was developed in partnership with Ontario Apple Growers and Produce Made Simple. Ontario apples can be enjoyed all year round and are really the perfect snack – no prep work required! However, these three snacks that I have here don’t take any time at all to make. Which one would you try?

Yogurt Apple Donuts

  • 1 Apple (I used honey crisp)
  • 1/2 cup Vanilla Greek Yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Almond Butter
  • Seeds &
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Is oatmeal anti-inflammatory? A list of anti-inflammatory foods

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A list of Anti-inflammatory foods to help aid in digestion and other bodily processes

Believe it or not, inflammation is one of the most common reasons behind minor aches and pains that we experience on a daily basis. Things such as headaches, sore joints, back pain and even toothache can all be attributed to inflammation as the main cause of concern and likely the culprit behind your discomfort. For that reason, I feel it is important to research and report on what healthy foods we can eat

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Euthanasia Soon to Be A Leading Cause of Death in Canada?

February 7, 2023 · 7:00 AM

From DailyMail:

Last year, more than 10,000 people in Canada – surprisingly that’s over three percent of all deaths there – ended their lives via euthanasia, an increase of a third in the previous year. And it’s likely to keep rising: next year, Canada is set to allow people to die exclusively for mental health reasons.

Only last week, a jaw-dropping story emerged of how, five years into an infuriating battle to obtain a stairlift for her home, Canadian army veteran and Paralympian Christine Gauthier was offered an extraordinary alternative.

A Canadian official told

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How Dubai Experts Craft the Perfect Natural Hollywood Smile

Dubai has emerged as a global hub for aesthetic excellence, where innovation meets artistry in dentistry. One of the most sought-after transformations people desire is achieving a natural Hollywood smile in Dubai. Behind every radiant, confident smile lies a blend of science, precision, and creative skill. Dental experts in Dubai are redefining smile design by crafting results that look naturally beautiful, perfectly aligned, and uniquely tailored to each individual.

Understanding the Hollywood Smile Concept

The Hollywood smile procedure is more than just about bright white teeth. It’s a complete smile makeover that enhances symmetry, harmony, and confidence. The procedure typically …

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