If you use powdered infant formula, be aware certain Similac, Alimentum and EleCare products have been recalled and should not be used. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating consumer complaints of bacterial infections in four infants who consumed powdered infant formula produced in Abbott Nutrition’s facility in Sturgis, Michigan. All four infants were hospitalized, and the bacterial infection may have contributed to the death of two patients. The FDA h

Wearable technology isn’t a new feature. For years, personal gadgets such as smartwatches have been gaining popularity among people who want better insight into their health trends. According to Pew Research Center data, nearly 1 in 5 Americans (21%) say they regularly wear a smartwatch or fitness tracker. In fact, wearable technology has grown so commonplace that employers have been exploring ways to leverage it among their workforces. What Qualifies as “Wearable Technology”

If you're about to turn age 65 (or know someone who is) it's time to consider some things that can greatly affect your finances and healthcare. In the months leading up to - or in the months immediately following, if you've been a little slow -your 65th birthday, do the following: Health-Related Matters Enroll in Medicare Part A and Part B. Almost everyone age 65 and older is eligible to enroll in Medicare Part A (inpatient care) and Medicare Part B (outpatient care). You may

As health savings accounts grow in popularity, this is an opportunity for brokers. Employers are wondering if they should take the leap and offer them to their employees. They’ve heard of the tax advantages, and perhaps know about HSAs’ portability factor, but beyond that, they might not even know what questions to ask. The benefits broker they’ve already established a relationship with is in a prime position to help them. HSAs allow taxpayers of any income level to deduct co