In an effort to assist our members to become more informed about their healthcare, the association is pleased to offer a telephone service that allows members to ask questions and receive information about their health, illnesses and medications.
Members have unlimited access to registered nurses via a toll-free number 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. These nurses are specially trained to offer prompt, confidential medical counseling to help members make informed decisions about their health and the medical care they receive. However, our nurses do not diagnose or provide treatment.
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More than half of Americans aged 70-79 have some degree of hearing loss, and this increases to 90% for those aged 80+.
A study from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health discovered that older adults with more severe hearing loss had a higher likelihood of dementia.
However, those who used hearing aids showed a lower risk of dementia compared to non-users. This study emphasizes the potential benefit of hearing aid use in mitigating risk of dementia, suggesting that treating hearing loss may indeed lower the chance of developing dementia over time.
Further supporting these findings, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) reported that hearing aids slowed cognitive decline in people at high risk of dementia by nearly 50% over three years. Together, these findings provide strong evidence that treating hearing loss is crucial for cognitive health.
Untreated hearing loss is dangerous.
A Johns Hopkins study found that even mild hearing loss doubled the risk of developing dementia.
Untreated hearing loss is expensive.
A study by the Journal of American Medical Association reported that people with untreated hearing loss saw.
OTC hearing aids are now available without a prescription!
Medical Identification Cards
In an emergency, getting vital health information
to medical personnel quickly could be critical. Your Gateway Medicard keeps your
personal medical profile handy at all times. Carry it with you at work, on
vacation, or just walking in your neighborhood. You’ll feel more secure knowing
emergency medical personnel will have access to data needed to administer
appropriate care.
As a member, you and your family receive special pricing at GymAmerica.com*, the
all-in-one interactive toolkit for the personalized diet and exercise program made to
fit just one person: you. GymAmerica.com features Genesant's state-of-the-art nutritionist
and personal trainer software, honored by Forbes magazine with its "Best of
the Web" award.
All prescription medications are eligible for savings, including over-the-counter medicines
and medical supplies written as a prescription, as well as human-equivalent pet medications
with a prescription by a veterinarian.
You can also save up to 40% off durable medical equipment, including canes, crutches, splints,
incontinence supplies and more. You can also save on diabetic supplies such as glucose meters,
test strips, lancets and diabetic shoes.
Save up to 80% on medications*
Use at over 65,000 pharmacies
nationwide including all major chains
* Average savings of 60%, with potential savings of up to 80% or more (based on 2018 national program savings data). All prescription medications are eligible for savings.
There are many positive health benefits that can result from a daily regimen of vitamin supplements.
Many people consider a vitamin and mineral supplement program to be an important part of their overall health strategy.
Our members can save an additional 15% on a wide range of Swanson brand vitamins and mineral supplements online.
Clear vision doesn’t have to be pricey.
This exclusive Individual Savings Pass may be the perfect fit for your eye wear needs.
With Individual Savings Pass, you'll enjoy discounts and savings on your eye exam,
glasses, sunglasses, and lens enhancements for 12 full months. Enroll today and get
$10 off the pass price.