If you’ve been having trouble getting enough sleep, you’re not alone. About 50 to 70 million Americans, of all ages, have issues when it comes to sleep. And it’s not only from staying up late. Whether it’s due to an increase in...

For those living with dementia or the caregivers who support them, the illness can be a challenging journey. Families enduring this condition may not know how to navigate care, but it’s important to know, you’re not alone and help is...

If you need help looking on the bright side, researchers may have found proof behind the power of positive thinking. Decades of research suggest that seeing the glass “half full” or “half empty” may be an indicator of our chances of living...

It’s that time of year again. Time to focus on New Year’s resolutions to start the new decade off right. These goals are easy to set, but sometimes can be hard to stick with. This may be why many people who make resolutions in January, give up...

We published hundreds of articles on the LaPorteCounty.Life Health Section this past year. Saved lives, notable symposiums, and stories of people doing great things were all fair game for sharing. With so many notable events in Northwest Indiana,...

Paid Endorsement There’s a reason UnitedHealthcare’s mission statement is trademarked. The company’s goal to help people live healthier lives® is more than marketing – it reflects real programs that are designed to make comprehensive health...

We’re all looking for ways to save money, especially when it comes to health care costs. During open enrollment, you may put your focus on medical coverage and overlook other benefits like vision or hearing. But many of these benefits offer...

Open enrollment season is here so you may be getting ready to select or change your health benefits for 2020. The process can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. This important decision can be made easier by understanding what not to do...

When Tom Kunst accepted the position to serve as the CEO of the Illinois and northwest Indiana health plan, it was a chance to come full circle in his professional career with UnitedHealthcare. He began his career with UnitedHealthcare in 1994 in the...

Whether you’re an employer or an employee, health insurance can be a complicated maze of paperwork and programs, and it can be difficult to determine if you’re making the most of your coverage. UnitedHealthcare has someone specifically to help...