Friday, March 24, 2017Privately insured people with cancer were diagnosed earlier and lived longer than those who were uninsured or were covered by Medicaid, according to two recent studies. In one study, researchers examined data from more than 13,600 adult patients who had glioblastoma multiforme, the most common type of malignant brain tumor, between 2007 and 2012. READ MORE >>
Friday, March 3, 2017Let’s face it. Most people put off buying life insurance for any number of reasons—if they even understand it Take a look at this list—do any of them sound like you? 1. It’s too expensive. READ MORE >>
Friday, February 24, 2017So, your honey popped the big question on Valentine’s Day. You couldn’t be more thrilled and the ring is to die for! But, what if it’s lost or stolen? While there is no way to insure the sentimental value of such a gift, having the right insurance coverage will provide financial protection, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, February 14, 2017It’s Valentine’s Day, and thoughts of people everywhere turn to … jewelry. About one of four Americans buys jewelry, spending $2,000 per year on average, and industry experts expect jewelry sales to grow by at least 5% annually through 2025. READ MORE >>
Friday, February 10, 2017Q&A with John Wiscaver Some women want spouse to get life insurance for Valentine’s Day Q: This Valentine’s Day, 40 percent of women wish their spouse or partner had life insurance, according to a survey by the Life Insurance and Market Research Association. Who really needs life insurance? READ MORE >>
Friday, January 27, 2017Retirees are entitled to a variety of preventive tests and services once they sign up for Medicare at age 65. Some of these screenings are provided with no out-of-pocket costs for retirees. Here are some of the free preventive services Medicare beneficiaries are eligible to take advantage of. READ MORE >>
Friday, January 20, 2017Are you at a high risk of getting glaucoma? Glaucoma is an eye disease that causes loss of vision—usually side vision—by damaging the optic nerve, which sends information from your eyes to your brain. Fortunately, you can help prevent vision loss by finding and treating problems early—and Medicare can help. READ MORE >>
Friday, January 13, 2017When you're just starting out, life insurance may not be your first concern. But it's worth planning for the unexpected. Half of millennials have life insurance — whether their own policy, one through an employer, or both, according to the LIMRA and Life Happens 2016 Insurance Barometer report. READ MORE >>
Friday, January 6, 2017In 39 states, social hosts who serve alcoholic beverages can be held liable for an injury or death caused by a guest who is subsequently involved in an alcohol-related auto accident. Such social host liability laws and judicial rulings extend to commercial alcohol servers, as well. READ MORE >>
Friday, December 23, 2016Candles, lights and decorations are an essential part of the holiday season. Unfortunately, they also increase the risk of fire and injury. Each year fires occurring during the holiday season injure nearly 3,000 individuals and cause over $900 million in damage.* READ MORE >>
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