Posted on July 23, 2025
Are you up-to-date on your immunizations? It’s always a good time to check in with your primary care provider to make sure you’ve gotten your age-appropriate immunizations. The following vaccines are recommended for healthy adults over 65 years of age: COVID-19 vaccine and booster: Health New England covers the COVID-19 vaccine and booster for $0 […]
Posted on July 23, 2025
Winter isn’t the only time we can feel under the weather. Good news – as a Health New England Medicare Advantage member, you have access to Teladoc®—our telehealth service—for $0 copay all year long, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!* If your primary care provider isn’t available for urgent visits, or if you’re […]
Posted on July 23, 2025
According to the National Institute on Aging, “Too much heat is not safe for anyone. It is even riskier if you are older or have health problems. It is important to be cautious and get relief quickly when you are overheated. Otherwise, you might start to feel sick or risk a heat-related illness that could […]
Posted on June 25, 2025
We’ve all heard of Type 2 diabetes. It’s when blood sugar levels rise because our body can’t properly process sugars in the food we eat. Before Type 2 diabetes develops, there’s usually prediabetes. What is Prediabetes? It’s when sugar (or glucose) levels are higher than normal, but not as high as with Type 2 diabetes. […]
Posted on June 25, 2025
Did you know your Medicare Advantage plan covers both an annual well-care visit and annual physical exam at no cost to you? If you don’t have one of these scheduled already this year, we encourage you to call your primary care provider (PCP) today for an appointment. What is an Annual Well-Care Visit?* It’s your […]
Posted on May 27, 2025
If you’re a man, you have a roughly 1-in-8 chance of getting a prostate cancer diagnosis in your lifetime. Though it’s a serious condition, the prostate cancer death rate is half of what it was 30 years ago, thanks to earlier detection and better treatments. Below are eight facts you should know about prostate cancer […]
Posted on May 27, 2025
During June, take the time to prioritize your health by scheduling your annual preventive care visits with your primary care provider (PCP), if you haven’t done so yet. At your visit, don’t forget to ask your PCP what screenings you are due for and what vaccinations you need (i.e., RSV, flu, pneumonia, shingles, COVID-19, etc.). […]
Posted on April 29, 2025
May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, which is a great reminder to take charge of your hearing health. By focusing on your hearing today, you can ensure a healthier, more connected tomorrow. How often do you check your hearing? Hearing health is a key part of overall wellness, but many neglect it until a big issue […]
Posted on April 29, 2025
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that makes bones weaker and more likely to break. Older women are most vulnerable to developing osteoporosis. Their estrogen levels, which help protect bone density, decline after menopause. That’s why it’s recommended that women 65 and older get bone mineral density tests to see if they already have the disease […]
Posted on March 27, 2025
Although depression is common among older adults, it isn’t necessarily a normal part of aging. Depression is a serious illness and not something to deal with on your own. Treatment is available, which can help improve your quality of life. Recognizing if you or a loved one have depression and seeking help from a medical […]