Nicole Hess

Ask a Health Advocate: Where can I get help to stop smoking?

That's a great question--and a timely one, too, since this Thursday, May 31, is World No Tobacco Day. Of course, any day is an ideal day to stop smoking, but why not start your smoking cessation...

Ask a Health Advocate: Should I participate in my company's wellness program?

That's an easy question to answer--YES! While no two wellness programs are alike, let's take a look at some of the typical characteristics of a wellness program. In general...They're inexpensive...

Ask a Health Advocate: How can I get help dealing with a drug shortage?

It's an unfortunate reality that there are currently, or will be in the near future, shortages of some popular drugs. Luckily, an advocate can help you make sure to get the care you need, even despite these...

Ask a Health Advocate: How can you help with cervical cancer screenings?

Great question, especially since January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, which focuses on issues relating to cervical cancer, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), and the importance of early detection. It's also an ideal time to educate women about the...

Ask a Health Advocate: Can you help me with Medicare?

This is a very timely question, since open enrollment for Medicare prescription drug and health plans ends this Wednesday, December 7. Let's look at some ways an advocate can offer assistance with your Medicare coverage.If you...

Ask a Health Advocate: How can an advocate help me get tested for HIV?

Great question, especially since today is World AIDS Day, which serves as a good reminder to get tested for HIV if you are unsure of your HIV status.An advocate can be especially important when you're going for...

Ask a Health Advocate: How can advocacy help Alzheimer's patients?

If you are caring for an Alzheimer's patient, consider talking to a patient advocacy service to help make things easier for you and your loved one. For example, a service like Health Advocate or Health Proponent can...

Ask a Health Advocate: How can an advocate help a drug addict?

"I have a 20-year-old daughter who is a drug addict. She has tried to go clean several times, but hasn't been able to do so for more than 4 months before she relapses...

Ask a Health Advocate: What's the value of a second opinion?

That's a great question--and one that's been in the news lately, too.For example, a recent New York Times article touched on the case of Andrew Schorr, showing exactly why second opinions are so important...

Ask a Health Advocate: How advocacy can help with prostate cancer screenings

"I'm considering getting screened for prostate cancer. How can advocacy help me?"Great question! Prostate cancer screening is a hot topic in the news lately. While the American Cancer Society recommends that, depending...

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