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The idea of Medicare for all is one that meets with varied opinions and passionate responses. When President Lyndon Johnson signed Medicare into law, he appealed strongly to people’s sense of decency, saying “we’ve just got to say that by God you can’t treat grandma this way!” It’s true that in those days there were shocking stories of the elderly going without care and dying in deplorable conditions without treatment. Lately, the Medicare program has been portrayed as under siege, nearly bankrupt from increased costs and decreasing revenues. But many are asking the question: “Could this work for everyone?”
Medicare for All refers to a policy of expanding Medicare into a single-payer program with no copayments or deductibles, which would then cover every US resident and be paid for with payroll taxes and perhaps some marginal contributions from federal coffers. It would eliminate the private insurance industry entirely.
Insurance providers […]
Obesity is becoming a major problem for a lot of people belonging to all different walks of life. If you are looking to lose weight without having to register yourself for an expensive fitness training program or opt for pricey gym equipment, then there are a few natural techniques which can help you reduce extra calories from your body. Fortunately for you, these techniques are not far-reaching and everyone can make use of them without much trouble. All you have to do is to find out what they are.
Here are top 10 household chores that can burn calories fast and easy:
Vacuuming is a good way to lose extra calories as an hour vacuuming helps you lose about 300 calories. Not only will it help you lose extra calories, but it will get you much cleaner floors as well. If you mop the floors this will help you to […]
We are being poisoned. It is not a deliberate thing. There is no conspiracy. It has brought entire empires to their knees in the past. The nature of the beast is we are being poisoned from a number of sources. Here are some of those sources:
Poison Number One. Dental work. Our dentists have been putting mercury fillings in our mouths for generations. If you were in the military and got fillings, chances are you have these mercury fillings in your mouth. They cause vapors in your mouth that go directly into your blood stream. I remember after service being very paranoid about a lot of things. Gradually it went away. I had stomach problems as well. I have now traced it back to those fillings that are still in my mouth many years later. Somewhere down the road, these will teeth will have to be removed.
A lot of […]
Backpacking is a growing recreation. Thousands of people, every year, saddle up and set out on isolated trails to appreciate the beauty of nature and to meditate in its serenity. Backpacking is essentially free, but is a great way to break away from work and take a break from the mundane, everyday routine. However, when exploring the wilds of nature, maintaining one’s health is of the utmost importance. Hikers are always reporting backpacking-related accidents that could have easily been prevented, had the hikers been more prepared. By taking along the appropriate products, you can ensure personal safety on your next hiking adventure.
Below is a list of five of the most important products to keep your health strong while backpacking.
1. Sanitizers
When walking through the beautiful forests of a national park, backpackers often neglect basic hygiene routines they normally practice every day. Keeping clean hands, washing the face, and […]
As a salon owner, differentiating yourself from local competition is important to hold a successful and flourishing business. Let’s face it, women will travel near and far to visit a salon that makes them feel comfortable—one that suits them and their needs the best. With the focus on going green and organic living, offering all-natural beauty products in your salon might be the deciding factor between your salon and the one just a few blocks away.
As an expert in the field of hair design and cosmetology, it is important to offer your clients the most up-to-date information pertaining to hair care and skin treatment. What is used on our skin is just as important as what we consume each day. Being knowledgeable and aware of healthy habits will be demonstrated to those who come to you for expert care.
Natural and organic beauty lines have made way to the […]
There are a few things that happen to all of us in our lifetimes. From brain freeze to having an arm fall asleep to having a stuffy nose, we all seem to suffer from the same ailments. Here are some fun and natural ways to fight back without medication or hardship. These easy tips will leave you wondering how you ever got along without them!
1. Tickle in your throat – We all have times that our throat tickles and itches for apparently no reason. This is frustrating and irritating to say the least. A great remedy for this is to scratch your ear. By stimulating the nerves in your ear you create a reflex in your throat that can cause a muscle spasm that will relive the tickle. It seems like an odd combination, but it does work!
2. Hear clearer –Having trouble hearing and understanding someone who is […]
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