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Recent Articles

Our most recent articles to help you strengthen your body and mind.

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The Value of Knowing Your Family Health History

The questions about your family health history are an important part of your annual preventive care provider visit. It can be a valuable tool for you and your provider to improve your own health outcomes.

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Pros and Cons of Medicare Advantage Plans

The Annual Enrollment Period for Medicare each year is October 15th through December 7th.

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Read for Your Health With Denver Public Library

We read to learn. We read to discover. We read to entertain. Did you know that reading can also provide health benefits?

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The Meaning of Cost Sharing in Health Insurance

Cost sharing describes how you and your health insurance plan share costs for covered medical services, equipment, and procedures.

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Celebrating 25 Years of Service to Our Community

Denver Health Medical Plan reflects on 25 years serving the Denver community, the impact our community has had on us and what lies ahead.

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Chronic Pain Diagnosis and Management

Chronic pain can affect an individual's quality of life. Learn more about what chronic pain is and what can be done to manage it.

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Breastfeeding Tips for New Moms

Even though breastfeeding is natural, it often has many challenges. These challenges come during a time of lots of change and little sleep, so we've compiled a simple list to answer your common questions.

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What the No Surprises Act Means to You

'Balance billing' occurs when an out-of-network provider bills a patient for the difference between the provider’s total billed amount, and the maximum allowable rate covered by the health plan.

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Fireworks Safety for a Happy 4th of July

A 4th of July celebration is not complete without fireworks, but safety is an important part of a happy gathering.

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Oral Health = Overall Health

We all know the importance of good oral health when it comes to preventing cavities and gum disease. But did you know that your oral hygiene has a direct impact on all the other systems in your body?

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Colorado Skin Care 101 – For Men

In celebration of National Men’s Health Month, we thought this would be a good time to talk about skin care. Like, skin care for dudes.

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Summertime, at Last!

Take advantage of the long days and warm weather by getting out and enjoying a few of the special places that Denver has to offer! These free (yes, free!) venues are sure to please, without costing an arm and a leg.