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

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Seven Healthy Family Habits

Is there a secret to being one of those families that seem so happy and healthy? It might not be a secret, but there are some habits that can help your family live in harmony and be healthier too!

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The Role of Nutrition and Lifestyle in Fighting Autoimmune Disease

Autoimmune diseases are on the rise. Learn more about how the foods we eat and products we use have an impact.

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The Highest Level of Health for All

Health inequality is a significant issue in the United States and worldwide. Improving health policy, strengthening social connections and community safety will help to advance health equity.

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Why Volunteering is Important and 10 Places to Volunteer in Denver

You don't have to be wealthy or have a lot of resources to give back to your community – volunteering your time to the community can make a meaningful impact.

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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 and 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.