In many of my previous blogs, I have discussed the importance of lifestyle on health outcomes. Historically, our health care system has been oriented toward episodic treatments, and we have seen significant advancement in science allowing more effective treatments for complicated conditions, like cancer, Hepatitis C and severe cardiovascular disorders. These treatments are extending life;…
Each of us has experienced firsthand the complexity of our health care system, and we know how confusing and complicated it can be just to manage our own health records. We get it. We empathize with you. It needs to change. I’ve heard from many of you that managing your health records should be as…
As all of us at Humana work to enhance the ways we can help our members improve their health, we take many approaches to this. One aspect of Medicare Advantage that doesn’t get the credit it deserves is the five-star rating program – and how it not only helps people choose their coverage, but also…
These are unprecedented times for us all as we navigate the COVID-19 health crisis. Every day, the situation evolves, creating greater complexity for those in our community, especially our most vulnerable citizens. We must act together now, supporting those facing the health and economic implications of the coronavirus pandemic. Quarantine and social distancing measures are…
Grim headlines have become the daily norm. But something much bigger is rumbling beneath all this – the great American machine. Like other crises we’ve faced as a nation, once again, we’re seeing what makes our country special, with everyone coming together looking for ways to pitch in and do their part to protect our…
After finishing the long-awaited Senior Games last Monday, I want to take a moment to say thanks for all the notes of encouragement and to share some learnings and stories from the amazing experience. It does take a village to prepare for the event and I couldn’t have done it without the support of my…
The 2023 National Senior Games are under way this week, and I’m excited to be competing in them for the first time alongside thousands of senior athletes. The Games are a great demonstration of our capacity as humans to grow and to change and to rebuild throughout our lives. In today’s society, we don’t always…
It’s interesting where life leads us, a thought that came to mind as I read this Wall Street Journal article (subscription required): “You’re Already Moving Toward Your Next Career”. The essence of it is about how everything we do in life is additive in some way, even if in the moment we don’t know what it’s building towards…
September is National Literacy Month, a time to bring awareness to an important topic. Low literacy has tremendous impact on society and significantly affects the extent to which people can live enjoyable, productive, and healthy lives. It’s a critical topic for us to talk about and address as a nation, made even more urgent because…
Congratulations to all the recent graduates from high school, college undergraduate and graduate programs, and beyond. This time of year is exciting and promising as the next generation moves forward. It’s especially exciting when considering many of these individuals represent the future leaders of our country, whether in private or public sector roles. Impressive too…
