Disability insurance basics and definitions for wage earners
A Miami insurance consultant explains why disability protection is vital, arguing you are the goose and should insure the income you earn. The article outlines policy definitions of disability, non cancellable and guaranteed renewable terms, benefit periods to age 65, elimination periods, and residual disability. It notes typical coverage limits at about 50 percent of pre tax income, differences by occupation, and exclusions such as war.
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Pneumonia vaccine adoption remains limited among patients
Journal of the American Medical Association reports a Charleston family practice study showing poor vaccine uptake among sickle cell patients and similar resistance in nearby practices. Factors include distrust of drugs, fallout from swine flu immunization, and reliance on individual physicians. Public education may be needed to spur demand.
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Runners show higher HDL than sedentary men in study
A Houston study of 74 inactive men, marathon runners, and joggers found higher HDL good cholesterol levels in runners. Marathoners logged 40+ miles weekly, joggers averaged under 20 miles, while HDL protection against heart attack was noted.
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American Heart Association
Houston
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