Remember: Other vaccinations important, too

Let’s talk about vaccines. No, we won’t discuss the virus that shall not be named. Instead, let’s talk about vaccines that have been approved by the U.S. Federal Drug Administration for a long time. These vaccines have been proven safe, adopted worldwide and helped eradicate such terrible diseases as smallpox and almost polio. These vaccines […]

Explore options to get best Medicare coverage

Many people don’t think about, learn about or even review Medicare until they either turn 65 or find themselves in a situation in which they’re helping a loved one manage medical care.  Sooner or later, you’re likely to interact with the Medicare system, and it’s not as intuitive as you might think.  I joined with […]

Changes should improve health care, not just cut costs

It’s no secret the cost of health care is astronomical and often outweighs perceived benefits.  Colorado Gov. Jared Polis has made lower health care spending a priority for his administration and has presented a number of policy solutions.  The latest is House Bill 21-1232, also known as the Colorado public option. The initial version required […]

Preventive care can help curb COVID-19 effects

As I lay here with an aching body — but a grateful heart — after my second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, I can’t help but reflect on the past year.  A virus hit the United States. Businesses and schools closed. And a general fear of the unknown overtook our households and consumed our thoughts. […]