Happy Health Wednesday!
Here’s your weekly roundup of health tips, news, and updates to keep you informed and empowered. From policy changes to practical wellness advice, we break it down so you can make confident choices about your health.
In Today’s Newsletter:
- Direct Primary Care is becoming an increasing alternative to health insurance
- Deadlines for Medicare and Affordable Care Act insurance are approaching fast
- A new feature on the Apple Watch can be beneficial for health goals
Health Tip of the Day 🍎
Check Your Blood Pressure Regularly. Have your blood pressure checked regularly by a health worker so you know your numbers. If your blood pressure is high, get advice from your provider on how to manage it. This is vital in the prevention and control of hypertension.
Latest Health News
A Growing Alternative for the Uninsured: Direct Primary Care
With more people losing or walking away from health insurance due to rising premiums, a growing alternative is filling the gap. Direct Primary Care offers an affordable way for those who can’t afford ACA or other insurance plans.
A MESSAGE FROM THE HEALTH FORWARD FOUNDATION
Health Insurance Enrollment Deadlines Approaching
Medicare and ACA enrollment deadlines are quickly approaching. Don’t miss key dates in December and January—or risk a gap in your 2026 coverage.
How Your Apple Watch Could Warn You About High Blood Pressure
Apple is once again expanding the role of its smartwatch in healthcare. Millions of Apple Watch owners around the world now have access to a groundbreaking feature: FDA-cleared hypertension alerts.
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🍟 U.S. Obesity Rates Show First Decline in a Decade — But Progress May Be Fragile
Why Thanksgiving is the perfect time to share family health history. As you gather around the table this Thanksgiving to share meals, stories and traditions, consider taking a moment to talk about something that could save lives: your family’s health history. (Mayo Clinic)
Time for a Thanksgiving ‘fart walk.’ Here’s how it can help you. Mairlyn Smith, the award-winning cookbook author who popularized the term, recommends taking a short walk after dinner to help with digestion and bloating. (USAT)
Americans’ Challenges with Health Care Costs. Polling has found that the high cost of health care is a burden on U.S. families, and that health care costs factor into decisions about insurance coverage and care seeking. (KFF)
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