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May 22, 2007  

Michael Moore's Health Insurance Documentary

Accessibility to affordable health insurance is about to become an even hotter topic as Michael Moore's documentary, Sicko, about America's health care system debuted at the Cannes Film Festival.

Love him or hate him, Moore's work usually gets people talking, which is a good thing in our opinion. According to the Los Angeles Times, Sicko compares health coverage in the United States with other countries, focusing on France's universal health care system.

Moore also portrays Cuba's health care system as a model for third world countries, despite pressure from the U.S. Treasury Department that Moore violated the Trading With the Enemy Act.

Interestingly, Moore dropped 25 pounds after researching the health care system for several years. Moore states, "One way to fight the system is to take better care of yourself." We at The Insurance HQ have always advocated a healthy lifestyle, so Moore's statement is one that everyone can applaud.

We're definitely going to check out Moore's documentary, and we hope you do, too. Maybe we can learn something about how to improve our health care system by studying other countries.

Many people believe that America needs health care reform, and there's always room for improvement. It's good to know that if you don't get health benefits through an employer, low cost individual and family health insurance plans are available. Getting a good health insurance plan is one of the most proactive steps you can take to protect your health and your finances. Even Michael Moore has health insurance, he's covered through the Directors Guild of America.

May 18, 2007  

Health Insurance After Graduation

It's a happy time of year as many students prepare for graduation. At The Insurance HQ, we want to make sure grads have the information they need about their health insurance status.

If you're a soon-to-graduate student, there are a few things you'll want to consider about health care. The most important thing to keep in mind is how important health insurance really is.

Many young adults don't worry about things like medical coverage because of the "young invincible" attitude. But everyone should have a health plan, and it can end up saving you money in the long run, not to mention the fact that you'll be more likely to see a doctor if you're covered.

If you're the parent of a soon-to-be graduate, check your family health insurance policy to find out how long your child will receive benefits under your plan. Many health plans don't cover students after graduation.

According to The Auburn Pub, in upstate New York, 44% of unemployed young adults ages 18-24 don't have health insurance. And 36% of employed young adults also aren't covered.

On a national level, 14-19 million 19- to 29-year-olds don't have medical coverage, that's twice the rate of uninsured 30- to 64-year-olds.

Of course we hope all grads find their dream jobs with great company health plans. If you're not offered coverage through a job, remember that there are affordable health plans available, so make sure you get an individual plan that will give you the protection you need.

May 11, 2007  

Health Insurance News - Internal Fat Risks

A healthy diet, exercise and health insurance are the triumvirate of good living. Interestingly, people who appear thin on the outside, may have fat surrounding their internal organs, and may be more at risk for health problems than active obese people.

According to the Independent Online, doctors now think that internal fat is just as dangerous at the more obvious fat that can be seen as bulges under the skin.

Dr. Jimmy Bell, scanned 800 people with MRI machines in order to create maps that show where people store fat. The fat maps show, "Being thing doesn't automatically mean you're not fat," says Bell.

Bell's studies show that people who diet instead of exercise in order to maintain weight are likely to have internal fat deposits. 45% of the women scanned with normal BMI scores had large amounts of internal fat. 60% of the men scanned with normal BMIs had excessive levels of internal fat.

Bell says that thin people with internal fat may be eating too much fat and sugar, and aren't exercising enough. They're not eating enough for extra pounds to show up on the scale, but the subcutaneous fat on thin people puts them at risk for diseases normally associated with being overweight such as heart disease and diabetes.

Fortunately, internal fat can be burned off through exercise and improvements in diet. Bell's study may change the way we understand fat, but the message remains the same. Eat a well-balanced diet, get some exercise, and make sure you and your family have a good family health insurance plan.

May 07, 2007  

Health Insurance News - Tea Fights Skin Cancer

At The Insurance Headquarters, we advocate a well-balanced diet and moderate exercise combined with health insurance in order to maintain good health. So we're always happy to report on new studies about the health benefits of certain foods. The benefits of drinking tea have been in the news for some time, and most of us are familiar with tea's anti-oxidant benefits. But drinking tea may have even greater health benefits than scientists previously realized: a new study shows that drinking tea may help reduce the risk of skin cancer.

According to Reuters, in a study of nearly 2,200 people, researchers discovered that those who drank tea had a lower risk of developing two of the most common types of skin cancer, squamous cell and basal cell carcinoma.

Regular tea drinkers who had one to two cups of tea per day were 20-30% less likely to develop the cancers than those who didn't drink tea. And people who had been drinking tea for decades saw even greater benefits.

This research doesn't mean it's ok to excessively sun bathe if you drink a lot of tea, because the study didn't find evidence that drinking tea helped people who had been seriously sunburned in the past. Also, the study didn't look at how drinking tea impacts melanoma, the most deadly form of skin cancer.

But the study shows that it's probably a good idea to unwind at the end of the day with a nice cup of tea. In addition to having the potential to lower stress, decrease late-night food cravings, and settle an upset stomach, preventing cancer is yet another benefit to add to the long list of good reasons to drink tea. Just make sure to stick to de-caffeinated versions if you're drinking tea in the evening. It's also important to note that the antioxidant EGCG is considered particularly effective in reducing burns of UV-exposed skin.

The study involved adults, so don't start giving tea to your kids. But if you have a family, make sure everyone covers up with sunscreen and wears protective sun gear. Taking preventative measures and having a good family health plan will help ensure that you can enjoy a long, healthy life with your loved ones.

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