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As you age, it's more important than ever to take of your health. Explore these articles for information and resources that can help you stay mentally and physically fit.
Your Guide to Weight Loss Over 60
The basics of weight loss are the same at any age—burn more calories than you consume and eat a healthy diet with more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, and leaner cuts of meat. But as you age your metabolism slows down making it difficult to lose unwanted weight. In addition, you may not be as active as you used to be.
Old-Fashioned Vegetable Barley Soup
Perfect on a cold day, this quick and easy vegetarian soup, packed with vegetables and a whole grain, can be on your table in about 30 minutes.
How to Get Enough Vitamin D in the Winter
Your body needs vitamin D to stay healthy and fight infections. While there are a number of ways to get vitamin D, the majority is produced by the body in...
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Care Manager Q & A: Looking Out for You
As your health plan, we have programs to help you if you get sick or injured.
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How Our Different Plans Work
As a member of Tufts Health Plan, your Medicare coverage plan may fall into one of three categories. Learn more about how your specific plan works. If you’re not sure which plan you have, call Member Services.
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What Is an Out-of-Pocket Maximum and How Does it Help Me?
This is called the out-of-pocket maximum. The out-of-pocket maximum gives you peace of mind because you can be sure you won’t pay more than that amount during the year.
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What Is the Difference Between an HMO Plan and a Medicare Supplement Plan?
Medicare is basic health insurance provided by the Federal government for people 65 and older, and people under 65 who meet certain criteria. When you sign up for Medicare, you are signing up for Part A and Part B. This is the first step to completing your Medicare coverage.
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What Is the Difference Between, Copays, Deductibles, and Coinsurance?
Health care terms can be confusing. But when it comes to payment types, it’s helpful to know the meaning of the different terms so you know what form of payment is required.
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