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  February 2009
9 stress-relieving tips for 2009
= Food allergies on the rise in kids= Heart, infectious diseases, and cancer are world's top killers =Get automatic prescription drug refills/renewals online= New physical activity guidelines issued = What can the NYSNA Benefits Fund Web site do for you? = Check for possible drug interactions on Caremark.com = Study: Heart healthy diet also helps the prostate = Don't get stuck without your allergy meds: reorder today! = Full-time student letters due by Jan. 1 = Pregnancy disability benefit begins sooner than you think  ="Good cholesterol isn't so bad =Benefit in the Spotlight: Emergency car
     
  April 2009
Travel guide for a healthy and safe vacation
= Tips for an economical vacation = Americans experiencing greater hearing loss - at younger ages =Healthy restaurant dining - for any cuisine = 2009 Summary Material Modification - Dental Care = Exercise linked to lower cancer rates in men = Too much pain medicine may worsen migraines = CDC: Surge in ER visits = Stimulus package includes COBRA premium subsidy = HIPAA Privacy Notice =Benefit in the Spotlight: Routine Vision Care
     
  June 2009
Slim down for summer
= Summertime facts and myths = Assess your health risks with Health Net =Smoking shortens lives five to 10 years = 2008 Readership Survey results = Stomach fat, age, gender affect migraine risk = More kids embracing vegetarian lifestyle = Keep your medical, financial wishes clear and up-to-date = B vitamin may help prevent vision loss = Eating quickly, until full packs on the pounds = Davis Vision debuts redesigned Web site =Benefit in the Spotlight: Maternity Care
     
  August 2009
COBRA Questions & Answers
= Drink more coffee: It's good for your brain = Don't forget your annual mammogram screening =Help your child adjust to college = Alternating MRIs and mammos may be best for at-risk women = Strawberries boost metabolism = New staff members bring expertise to Fund = Get a predetermination of dental benefits = Acupuncture may improve back pain = Student letters due by September 1 = Cut down on stress: 4 ways to say "no" =Benefit in the Spotlight: Laboratory and radiology
     
  October 2009
Medical checkups for women
= Health Net sale means no changes = Relieving neck pain =Coverage for routine care, exams, tests = Medicare Notice of Creditable Coverage = College students stressed, depressed = NY smoking rate lowers = Most Americans live unhealthy lifestyle = Good laugh benefits heart = Women's Cancer Rights Notice = Benefit in the Spotlight: Fitness and weight loss
     
  December 2009
Federal and state laws extend benefits, privacy ruling
= Osteoporosis myths debunked = Protecting winter skin =Ordering Rx refills for your spouse = End-of-the-year prescription reminders = Red meat can lead to premature death = New Year's resolutions for good health = Walking wards off weight gain as you age = Winter can boost blood pressure = Naps may help new moms shed baby weight= New Year means new deductibles = Health Net receives top award of excellence= Benefit in the Spotlight: No-cost Benefits Fund services
     
 

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