Health and Wellness Blog
- Health Conditions
Common Symptoms & Risk Factors of Osteoporosis
Read this guide to osteoporosis and bone disease, with common issues, information on who is at risk of developing osteoporosis, as well as common symptoms and ways to manage bone problems for seniors. - Fitness & Nutrition, Health Conditions
Guide to Age Related Muscle Loss & Aging Joints
Read our guide to common muscle and joint related problems, with tips to avoid muscle and strength loss, joint pain, and helpful tips to promote joint health and muscle retention with age. - Health Conditions
Common Symptoms & Signs of Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease
Read this guide with an explanation on common signs and symptoms of dementia, along with risk factors, types of dementia, stages of dementia and more information on treatment. - Lifestyle
8 Tips for Better Sleep
Read our guide to getting better sleep, with these 8 helpful tips to a better night’s sleep including the root problems that cause sleep loss, good sleep habits, how diet affects sleep and more. - Medicare & Insurance
What is Medigap? Breaking Down Coverage, Policies, and More
What exactly is Medigap coverage, and how do you know if it's right for you? Read below while we break down everything you need to know about Medigap. - Preventive Care
DO Family Medicine: Difference Between MD and DO, and More
With this comprehensive FAQ on DO Family Medicine, one can learn the difference between MD and DO, osteopathic and allopathic medicine, and more. - Medicare & Insurance
What to Know About Medicare and Transplants
While Medicare covers many types of transplants, different factors will play into a patient's overall cost for a transplant. - Preventive Care
Medical Misinformation in Senior Populations
Medical misinformation has created confusion and harmed our health. Read more on how you can help stop harmful misinformation on Oak Street Health blog. - Medicare & Insurance
What to Know About Medicare and MRI Cost
Original Medicare covers 80% of MRI costs. Costs may be lower for those with a Medicare Advantage plan or Medicare supplement plan. - Medicare & Insurance
What to Know About Medicare and Weight Loss Programs
Medicare doesn’t cover weight loss programs like Weight Watchers. Medicare Advantage plans may provide additional wellness benefits, however.