Entries by Jimmy Hilton

Medicare’s Open Enrollment 2022

  Medicare’s Open Enrollment starts October 15, 2021   You can enroll in Medicare health and drug plans from October 15 – December 7.   * * * Be sure to make sure your current provider accepts your new plan before making any changes. * * *   Review your 2022 “Medicare & You” handbook. […]

Department of Elder Affairs Launches “We Will Meet You at Home” Campaign to Assist Homebound Seniors

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Department of Elder Affairs’ (DOEA) ‘We Will Meet You at Home’ campaign is designed to ensure every older adult who wants a shot receives a shot. This initiative builds upon other programs launched throughout the state to provide homebound seniors access to COVID-19 vaccinations. While many of Florida’s older residents […]

Ticks

Tick exposure can occur year-round, but ticks are most active during warmer months (April-September). Check your body for ticks after being outdoors.     You need javascript enabled to view this content or go to source URL.

Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. To lower your risk, protect your skin from the sun and avoid indoor tanning.         You need javascript enabled to view this content or go to source URL.

Interim Public Health Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People

Source CDC, Updated Mar. 8, 2021 Key Points: This is the first set of public health recommendations for fully vaccinated people. This guidance will be updated and expanded based on the level of community spread of SARS-CoV-2, the proportion of the population that is fully vaccinated, and the rapidly evolving science on COVID-19 vaccines. For […]