Going to college abroad can be an extremely exciting decision. There is so much to look forward to, but also tons to plan. While considering so many decisions about college and what to carry, many people forget important aspects such as insurance. International student health insurance is as important as if not more important than most other aspects of international travel. It is a mandatory part of applying to a university...more
In the beginning employer based health insurance was a benefit of employment. This form of health insurance first began in the United States back during World War II and was used as a non-monetary reward for employees given during a time where there was a salary freeze do to the war. It was designed to provide employees with free health insurance the cost of which was absorbed by their employer with no out of pocket expense for employees.Time...more
From a soothing seascape in a dental office to whimsical storybook characters in a pediatric hospital, colorful wall murals create an environment that cheers patients of all ages. Health care providers can utilize custom wall murals for the therapeutic value of comforting fearful patients and providing a delightful distraction for those awaiting medical or dental treatment. Wall murals also give patients the warm impression that the hospital has a sincere interest in meeting their emotional needs as well as their medical needs. If your medical or dental facility is in Texas and you are looking for an innovative way to turn that stark treatment room or cheerless lobby into a soothing and aesthetic retreat, the creative talent of professional muralist, Leigh Watson will captivate patients and other visitors. Using Wall Murals to Comfort Fearful Patients For a variety of reasons, many people feel nervous from the moment they step through the tempered glass doors that lead to the hospital's admitting clerk. Serious illness or injury and the moments leading up to their arrival at the hospital all contribute to the fear and distress that many patients and their...more
In Australia, you can get private health insurance that will give you more options when you need to visit a doctor or if you have to go to hospital. In some cases, you can get health insurance that will cover you should you require care when you are outside of the country. You should take a look at the different options that are out there that...more
When you are looking for private health insurance the best thing that you can do is evaluate different types of health insurance that suits your lifestyle. A suitable health insurance package should meet the needs of your family at a price you can afford.In order to assess your options, you firstly need to know whats available to you. Finding the...more
Many small business organizations today include health insurance in the benefit extended to its employees. Instead of higher wage, health insurance can be added to the compensation. There are some states that make health insurance mandatory - that businesses should make provision for health care benefits to its employees. The key to provision of optimum insurance is to have the best type of policy - coverage-wise and premium-wise.The types of health insurance plans available to small business firms1.Indemnity PlansThe indemnity plans are the major medical plans. This allows the patients to have the freedom to choose their attending doctors. One requirement of most indemnity plan heath care coverage is the payment by the insured of some deductible amount. This deductible must first be settled by the insured before any payment is made by the insurance provider. After the payment of said deductible, the insurance will cover a part of the medical expenses, in most cases the amount covered is 80 percent.2.Health Maintenance OrganizationThe HMO insurance is not as flexible as the Indemnity plan when it comes to choice of doctors. The insured will be required by the HMO to choose a...more
Unless you have experienced everyday life without health care insurance, you really cannot understand what that side of life is like. No medical coverage of any kind is not the ideal situation to find yourself in, especially with the risks that are...more
Many business owners overlook the need for health insurance. They sometimes look at the cost of health insurance premiums and decide they would rather spend that money elsewhere in the business. What these business owners don't always consider is...more
A couple years ago a study asked 200 patients who were treated by the Mayo Clinic in Arizona and Minnesota in 2001 to 2002 what qualities they looked for in their doctor. What they found were that patients wanted their doctors to be...more
Ow, that's my back! I can't bend over, stand up, move! Does this sound familiar? To me and my husband, it does. We have both found ourselves at various times in our lives with this particular ailment. Well, recently we have been going...more
How great! I just had my first (but not last) Swedish massage. I only recently discovered what many Americans, as well as Europeans have known for a couple of centuries. Now that I have had one, I know the benefits. This is more recent a massage than...more
I'm not a professional athlete, nor do I have any sport-related injuries. Do I need a sports massage? You might be surprised, I've tried it, maybe you should too. Do you have a specific injury? A massage may be for you. The area of pain will be the...more