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Four tips for holiday travel with hearing loss
Hearing health, Your Health and WellnessHoliday travel is nearly always a hassle. When you have hearing loss, a trip to see your loved ones can turn into a major humbug. Whether you've been diagnosed with hearing loss or not, if you suspect your hearing isn't what it used to be, read through our tips to make the best of your holiday season excursions.
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How to honor our struggles and show self-compassion this holiday season
Mental health and wellbeing, Your Health and WellnessThe pandemic has brought on extraordinary emotions of angst, fear, grief, and loss, especially around the holidays. We're here to tell you that "It's okay not to be okay."
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A Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) success story
Diabetes and diabetes prevention, Member Stories, Your Health and WellnessJosé Alvarez, Aspire Health Plan member, was diagnosed with prediabetes during an annual doctor's appointment. Read how the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) helped change his life and the life of his family.
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How to practice mindful eating, movement and connection
Blue Zones Project – Monterey County, Choose Happy, Exercise and fitness, Food and nutrition, Mental health and wellbeing, Partners in Health, Your Health and WellnessAs we focus on "Choose Happy" and the link between happiness and health, one of the ways to do this is by practicing mindfulness when we eat, when we move and when we connect with people.
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How to create a wellness vision and take charge of your thoughts
Choose Happy, Mental health and wellbeing, Your Health and WellnessA wellness vision can help lead to your best, healthy and happy self. Earlier this year, our Population Health Team presented on "Creating a Wellness Vision + Taking Charge of Your Thoughts." We decided to share some key information from this presentation to help you create your wellness vision.
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How do I get dental coverage when I retire?
All About Medicare, Oral and dental health, Turning 65?, Understanding what Medicare covers, Your Health and WellnessAs we get older, we are more prone to oral health problems. Make dental care a priority. If you are thinking about retirement, what are your options for dental coverage? We provide details and some advice on saving costs.