(BPT) - Open enrollment is here, which means it's time to review your health coverage options for 2026 and make changes if you need to. With a little prep, choosing a plan through Medicare, your employer or the Affordable Care Act Marketplace…
(BPT) - As the air turns crisp and the holidays approach, scammers are gearing up for their busiest time of year. From fake shopping deals to AI-powered deception, fraudsters are finding new ways to take advantage of distracted consumers. Acc…
(BPT) - Menopause is a normal stage of life, but the changes it brings can feel anything but. Hot flashes, restless nights, mood shifts and hair thinning are just some of the common symptoms women experience as hormone levels naturally declin…
(BPT) - The U.S. is facing a mental health crisis, with 1 in 5 adults (about 59 million people) experiencing daily mental health challenges, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Members of Gen Z are especially affected, as th…
(BPT) - Close to 2 in 5 Americans (38%) say cash feels more "real" than digital money: It's a tangible reminder of value, and remains a permanent part of their financial toolkit (27%). Yet, new Empower research shows that in practice, physica…
(BPT) - No matter your stage in life's journey, it's never too early or late to make financial plans. For military families especially, planning helps you withstand major transitions and gives you confidence about the future. From your first …
(BPT) - An estimated $5 billion in over-the-counter (OTC) allowances for Medicare Advantage members don't get used each year — that's approximately 70% of these benefits wasted. With current consumer prices rising, it's important to find ways…
(BPT) - Oct. 9, 2025, marks the first-ever Lung Transplant Awareness Day. This initiative is dedicated to uniting the lung disease patient community, raising awareness of this lifesaving medical procedure and offering support and resources to…
(BPT) - As we head into fall and colder months approach, it's important to stay vigilant of the increased risk of respiratory viruses, especially COVID-19. Over the past four years, data has shown that COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations and dea…
(BPT) - For the hundreds of thousands of Americans who undergo heart bypass surgery each year, the relief of surviving such a major procedure is often shadowed by one sobering fact: The risk of another heart attack or stroke still lingers.
(BPT) - New research from Empower finds that over half of Americans (57%) say rising chocolate prices are changing how much they dish out for candy. A third consider Halloween one of the costliest times of the year, and Americans plan to spen…
(BPT) - If you've been denied access to a GLP-1 medication for weight loss, you are not alone. However, there are new science-backed options you should know about that don't require a prescription.
(BPT) - Life happens, whether you're ready or not. So why not be ready? Learn more about the ins and outs of life insurance, and how you can help protect your family's future, at BostonMutual.com.
(BPT) - Each year during the fall and winter, respiratory illnesses like flu, COVID-19 and RSV circulate, and people 65 years and older and people with underlying health conditions are at higher risk of developing serious complications if the…
(BPT) - Economists have long looked for signals in unexpected places. During tough times, Leonard Lauder popularized the lipstick index — the idea that small luxuries rise when bigger purchases are out of reach.1 We are introducing a new kind…
(BPT) - Medicare comes with important decisions — and areas that often need explanation. For instance, many people think Medicare is free or that it covers everything, including long-term care and routine dental or vision — but that's not the…
(BPT) - Sept. 11, 2001, left a huge mark on the U.S. and changed the life trajectories of many people, including Army National Guard veteran Antoinette Wallace. Before 9/11, she had never considered joining the military. Antoinette was applyi…
(BPT) - A diagnosis of advanced ovarian cancer can feel overwhelming, emotionally, physically and mentally. There are many decisions to make, and one empowering way to take control is to understand as much as possible about your specific tumor.
(BPT) - Did you know nearly 1 in 4 American adults is a family caregiver? And according to a new study from the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP, one-third of all caregivers are also members of the "sandwich generation" — caring for …
(BPT) - Did you know 90% of Americans put off check-ups or recommended screenings that could help identify and treat serious illness early? Aflac's 2025 Wellness Matters Survey reveals what's making Americans hesitate to get wellness exams — …
