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Posted: 12/11/2018
Rebranding Weight Watchers / OSP News
In October 2018, Weight Watchers changed their name to WW, Wellness that Works. WW was created in the 60’s to help clients lose weight, but in recent years has been moving toward overall wellness and focusing more on mindfulness practices to improve health.
Posted: 12/05/2018
Benefit of Very Low LDL-C / OSP News
According to a meta-analysis published online in JAMA Cardiology (August 1, 2018), reducing LDL-C below currently accepted lowest levels demonstrates a consistent relative risk reduction in major vascular events.
Posted: 10/26/2018
An Aspirin a Day May Not Keep Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Away in Older Patients / OSP News
Millions of healthy older Americans take low-dose aspirin every day, believing that it may lower their risk of future cardiovascular disease (CVD) and stroke.
Posted: 10/11/2018
Unbiased Help on Medicare Part D Choices | AAA1B / OSP News
During the Open Enrollment Period, the Area Agency on Aging 1-B holds Medicare Prescription Drug Assistance Days .
Posted: 10/09/2018
The Area Agency on Aging 1-B (AAA 1-B) Annual Solutions for Family Caregivers Expo / OSP News
If you are caring for a sick or aging loved one, it can be an overwhelming experience, but help is available.
Posted: 10/05/2018
Dietary Fiber: Benefits and Sources / OSP News
Dietary fiber is an important nutrient in the American diet, however, it is considered “a nutrient of public health concern” because most Americans do not consume enough, leading to increased health risks.
Posted: 10/02/2018
Molina is Proud to be Working with SafeLink Wireless to Offer Members this Special Federal Lifeline Program at No Cost to You / Health Plan News
Molina is Proud to be Working with SafeLink Wireless to Offer Members this Special Federal Lifeline Program at No Cost to You.
Posted: 10/02/2018
National Drug Take Back Day - October 27, 2018 / OSP News
National Drug Take Back Day events across the country continue to collect exceedingly higher amounts of opioids and other unused medications from people’s homes, where they could be stolen and abused by family and friends.
Posted: 10/02/2018
Molina Offers New Medicaid Dental Benefits for Pregnant Women / Health Plan News
Molina Dental Services under Medicaid are provided to members at no cost.
Posted: 10/02/2018
October is Depression Awareness Month / OSP News
Over 60% of patients with depression see a primary care physician in usual care.
Posted: 09/25/2018
Importance of Statin Therapy in Diabetes / OSP News
People with diabetes are at least twice as likely as people without diabetes to have a heart attack or stroke.
Posted: 09/17/2018
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Marks 10 Years of Health Care Transformation with Patient Centered Medical Home Designation Program / Health Plan News
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan has designated approximately 4,630 physicians in 1,700 practices across Michigan as patient-centered medical homes.
Posted: 08/24/2018
Effect of Lowering Opioid Dosages on Patient Satisfaction Scores / OSP News
According to a recent study, patient satisfaction scores were unaffected by lowering opioid dosages.
Posted: 08/10/2018
Michigan Rx Card / OSP News
Michigan Rx Card is a free prescription savings card for patients.
Posted: 08/06/2018
What Is The Latest On Eggs And Heart Health? / OSP News
For years health professionals and the media have advised people to avoid over consumption of eggs because of their cholesterol content. Recent research published in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition contradicts this recommendation.
Posted: 06/21/2018
HPV VACs “Just the Facts” June 2018 Edition / OSP News
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States. Some health effects caused by HPV can be prevented with vaccines.
Posted: 06/12/2018
Study Shows Breastfed Infants Have Lower Levels of Obesity as They Grow / OSP News
A study published in Journal of Pediatrics found that infants that are breastfed have different gut microbiomes and decreased levels of obesity as they grow, compared to formula-fed infants.
Posted: 05/11/2018
Drug-Free Device Available for Airway Clearance in COPD / OSP News
The Aerobika® Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure (OPEP) Therapy System is a hand-held device that improves breathlessness and the ability to move mucus in patients with lung disease.
Posted: 05/02/2018
Mandatory Michigan Automated Prescription System (MAPs) Checks / OSP News
Effective June 1, 2018, all licensed prescribers in Michigan will be required to check MAPS when prescribing controlled substances to any patient.
Posted: 05/01/2018
Biotin May Interfere with Certain Lab Tests / OSP News
FDA warns that high biotin blood levels can cause clinically significant incorrect lab results. This has been identified by an increase in the number of reported adverse events, including one death, related to biotin interference with lab tests.