Tamrah Harris

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Tamrah Harris is a registered nurse and certified personal trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine. She is the founder and CEO of Harris Health and Wellness Communications. She has over 25 years of experience in healthcare with a passion for health education and wellness.

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  • 5 Best Medicare Supplement Providers For 2024

    Medicare doesn't cover all of your health care expenses when you turn 65. Medicare Part A covers 80% of inpatient care in hospitals and skilled nursing facilities, and Medicare Part B covers 80% of outpatient care and medically necessary supplies....

  • Best Medicare Advantage Plans For 2024

    Medicare Advantage, also known as Medicare Part C, is a popular form of health insurance coverage for U.S. adults age 65 and older. But picking the right plan can be complicated—nationwide, insurance providers offer a total of 8,676 different Medicare...

  • Best Glucose Meters To Monitor Your Blood Sugar In 2023

    For someone with diabetes mellitus types 1 and 2 or gestational diabetes (during pregnancy), a glucose meter may be beneficial for managing your health. A glucose meter allows you to monitor and track your blood glucose levels simply and from...

  • Best Medical Alert Necklaces Of 2023: Reviews And Costs

    Medical alert necklaces are portable devices that are usually worn by people with chronic health conditions or by those who are at an elevated risk of experiencing a debilitating fall. These necklaces can offer peace of mind to people who...

  • Your Guide To Assisted Living In Sarasota, FL In 2023

    If you occasionally need support with personal care, meals and other everyday activities but don't require the more comprehensive care provided in a skilled nursing facility, then assisted living may be a good fit for you. Sarasota, Florida, with its...

  • Best Pulse Oximeters For Seniors Of 2023

    It’s worth adding a pulse oximeter to your medicine cabinet, especially if you or someone in your home uses oxygen therapy or has certain chronic heart and lung conditions. Pulse oximeters measure and monitor the oxygen concentration in your blood....

  • Nano Hearing Aids Review: A Word Of Caution (2023)

    A hearing deficit can affect quality of life in myriad ways. Frequently mishearing others, not tracking well in group conversations and needing people to repeat themselves are often signs of less-than-optimal hearing health, says Lauren Kawaguchi, a clinical audiologist at...

  • What Is Medicare Supplement (Medigap)? Coverage, Costs And Eligibility

    As you approach age 65, navigating Medicare and all of its parts and plans may sound daunting, but it can be easier than you think. Original Medicare contains two parts: Part A and Part B. Medicare Part A covers hospital...

  • What Is A Glucometer? Types, Benefits And Costs

    If you have diabetes, blood glucose meters are a part of life—they allow you to measure the amount of glucose in your blood, which is a critical metric to monitor for this condition. In fact, having the right glucose meter...

  • What Are Cataracts? Symptoms, Causes And Risks

    Does your vision seem blurry? Do you feel you need more light to see well? Such vision changes could mean you’ve begun to develop a cataract in one or both of your eyes. It may be time to schedule an...

  • What Causes Vision Loss?

    Vision loss, whether it happens suddenly or slowly over time, can be scary. There are preventions and treatments for many causes of vision loss, but if left untreated, it can impact your quality of life, independence and mobility. Adults with...

  • Palliative Care vs. Hospice: What’s The Difference?

    If you or a loved one is facing life after a serious diagnosis, you need to make some important decisions. As you begin to navigate this new situation, your doctor may mention palliative care or hospice care in your conversations....

  • 9 Ways To Improve Your Eyesight As You Age, According To Research

    By age 40, you may begin to notice slight changes in your eyesight that, if left untreated, can worsen. Initially, you may find yourself holding papers and menus at arm’s length to see words more clearly or needing more light...

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