JUNE 27, 2023 - If you want to make a change as your golden years' approach, have you considered retiring in Memphis, Tennessee? Read on to find out why this city has been capturing the hearts of many seniors. Let's Start with the Basics: Affordability One of the first reasons many seniors feel compelled to make the move to Memphis is the affordability. The city boasts a … [Read more...]
Appealing Your VA Health Care Decisions
JUNE 22, 2023 - As a Veteran, you deserve the best health care possible. But you may not always agree with decisions we make about your medical care or whether you are eligible for some types of care. If you disagree with a decision we made, you can appeal it. Here’s how. First, a word about where benefits come from within VA. The Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) … [Read more...]
Lifestyle Changes Lead to Longer, Healthier Life
JUNE 23, 2023 - Lifestyle changes can help you live longer with fewer chronic diseases, feel great, and reduce your cancer risk, according to U.S. Air Force Col. (Dr.) Mary Anne Kiel, chair of the Defense Health Agency Primary Care Clinical Community. The practice of lifestyle and performance medicine offers ways to be healthier by enhancing a multitude of areas of your life … [Read more...]
How to Minimize Family Stress During PCS Season
JUNE 22, 2023 – For many service members, the general rotation for a Permanent Change of Station is every two to four years. Regardless of how many times a military family has moved, each move varies, and each family member responds differently to the transition. The process of relocating during the PCS season can induce stress in response to changes to living arrangements, … [Read more...]
TRICARE Preventive Health Services for Men of All Ages
JUNE 21, 2023 – Did you know that June is Men’s Health Month? If you’re a man, it’s a good time to take stock of your overall health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the life expectancy for men in the U.S. is nearly six years less than that for women. And that gap is getting wider. However, men can still live long, healthy lives by eating … [Read more...]