Category: Health

The essence of going to the gym is to achieve some health and fitness goals. Unless you have a private gym in your home, gyms are shared or public facilities, which implies some unwritten rules that guide the gym-goers for harmonious interactions. Also, you will further be able to achieve your goals if you adhere to these rules. So, what are some of the stupid mistakes you should avoid at the gym?      Wasting time waiting for equipment During the peak hours, long queues will form in various gym sections as…

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In October 2003, the Health Resources and Services Administration issued Program Information Notice (PIN) 2004-05 regarding Medicaid Reimbursement for Behavioral Health Services. The PIN requires Medicaid agencies to reimburse Federally Qualified Health Centers and Regional Health Centers for behavioral health services provided by a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, clinical psychologist, or clinical social worker, whether or not those services are included in the state Medicaid plan. The PIN clarifies that “FQHC/RHC providers must be practicing within the scope of their practice under the state law.” What might PIN 2004-05…

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Online Health Food Stores have become a one-stop shop for health drinks and all natural foods that you can’t find in typical supermarkets or even retail health food stores. While it’s difficult these days to determine what items are really healthy and “natural” by looking at labels, online health food stores often have far more in-depth information available to consumers. Many times, products like health drinks may have only one natural ingredient, but still be labeled, “natural”, which does not always mean they’re healthy. This can be confusing for health…

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Corporate health screenings are a growing trend for companies seeking ways to reduce expenditures and provide a better quality of health for employees. By encouraging and maintaining the wellness of workers, the possibility of preventing potential health problems increases, which can result in lowering medicals costs associated with treating a condition in its advanced stage. Implementing preventive health care programs that include regular health screenings, immunizations and education is the first line of defense against health problems and rising health expenditures for businesses. Chronic illnesses and health conditions can decrease…

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