Health Is Where the Heart Is
Show your heart love in February with these heart-healthy habits.
SCAN Club Issue 3 2023
SCAN Club Issue 3 - 2023
Pictures of Health
There’s more than one path to healthy aging. Learn how three SCAN seniors are staying healthy and independent their own way.
I-SNPs: Coverage for People in Senior Living Communities
Did you know there’s a specialized Medicare Advantage plan that provides comprehensive, coordinated care for people in senior living communities?
Got Care Left to Do?
We want to be sure you get all the care you need to be your healthiest. So, here’s a gentle reminder: There’s still time before the end of the year to schedule important exams and screenings.
To Your Health!
If ever there’s a time of year when our healthy habits are in danger, it’s likely the holiday season. From mid-November to early January, we tend to stay up later, indulge more and move less. That’s a problem because pausing good habits can have consequences on your health long after the holidays are over.
Beat Holiday Blues
“Holiday blues” may not be its real medical name, but the melancholy brought on by the season’s stress can be very real for some people. Thinking a bit now about how you can reduce or cope with the season’s challenges may help you feel more good tidings and less stress this holiday.
Value of a “Self-Service” Medicare Advantage Plan
If you’re looking for more control over your healthcare, online tools can help you manage your Medicare Advantage plan and benefits.
It’s Time to Talk About Urinary Incontinence
More than 33 million U.S. adults, or 17 percent of the population, have bladder issues, like urinary incontinence (UI).
Eat These 10 Superfoods for a Healthier Diet
Some foods have nutritional superpowers that can help lower your risk for disease and illness. Add these 10 superfoods to your diet to tap into their many powerful health benefits.
Four Ways Hearing Matters to Your Health
Did you know hearing is directly linked to your overall health and well-being? Taking good care of your hearing can help your body and mind be their healthiest, too.
When a Fall Changes Everything
SCAN member Heidi B. says the handrails were installed in her family home a while ago when her father started having trouble getting up and down the two flights of stairs. But Heidi wasn’t holding on to those handrails two years ago as she carried a cat downstairs. Heidi was also in socks at the time, so when she missed the final stair, she slipped. She went down hard on her tailbone, then her leg. That instant, she says, changed her life.
8 Easy Ways to Improve Your Mental Health
Mental health is an essential part of overall wellness and deserves your attention.
