If you’ve never purchased health insurance on your own and don’t deal with many health issues, it may be tempting to forgo coverage to save on premiums. But that may be short-sighted. A health plan may help you save money in the long run and...

Does back to school mean “back to busy” for you and your family? Before schedules become packed with homework, sports and other extracurricular activities, consider scheduling your child’s recommended health exams. It may help them succeed...

You’ve likely heard of the monkeypox virus that’s spreading across the United States and around the world, prompting health officials to declare a global health emergency. But there may be a lot of misconceptions and myths about what it is and...

As a mom of three little ones, Kimathi Coleman knows firsthand about the joys — and challenges — of breastfeeding. Kimathi has turned this knowledge into a calling through her volunteer work with BSTARS in Memphis, Tennessee. BSTARS, short...

There is an old saying that goes: “A rising tide lifts all boats.” The idea of co-opetitionis one that seems to embody this insight. Co-opetition combines cooperation and competition. It’s not an uncommon arrangement in many types of...

From studying neurosurgery to serving society’s most vulnerable populations, Dr. Asher Turney has forged a career path uniquely his own. As market chief medical officer for UnitedHealthcare Medicare and Retirement in Alabama, Arkansas, Tennessee...

Modernizing the health system is a fundamental priority for UnitedHealthcare and is essential to create access to care for the communities we serve. To help promote the future of health care, 10 rising startups will be given close mentorship from...

It’s not uncommon to feel a pit in your stomach before opening a medical invoice — especially one you didn’t expect. In fact, more than half of Americans say they’ve been surprised by a bill for health care services. “These bills...

The countdown to back-to-school can become all about clothes, supplies and schedules, but it may be more important to make sure your student is emotionally ready for a return to class. A well-child visit can help find the answer. “You may think of...

The source of a healthy childhood can come from many places: Access to healthy food and safe housing, availability of primary care, and the support of a community, among other things. Unfortunately, not all opportunities may be equally accessible,...