CoverMe^™ Knowledge Centre: Related Readings

A Visit to the Travel Clinic

Protect your health while traveling -- visit a travel clinic for vaccinations and advice. Here's what to expect and how to prepare for your visit.

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Common Myths about Health Insurance

Many people don't believe they need supplemental health insurance-they think their provincial plan will cover them, they are confident in their good health, or they have other financial commitments they have placed as a higher priority. Find out how supplemental health insurance helps to protect your finances.

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How to Be a Fit Flyer

Travel in general, and air travel in particular, can be unhealthy and uncomfortable-but it doesn't have to be. Get some tips on staying fit and healthy on the road or in the sky.

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Insuring a Healthy and Safe Trip

Going away? Here are some tips on purchasing travel insurance, and a checklist to help make sure your trip is a healthy and safe one.

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Putting the Cuffs on Hypertension

Learn about monitoring your blood pressure at home and get some tips on doing it effectively.

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The Skinny on Cholesterol

What is cholesterol, exactly? Get the facts about this fat-based substance, along with some tips on lowering "bad" cholesterol levels.

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Taking Control of Your Cancer Risk

Learn how to decrease your risk of cancer.

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Tax Saving Potential

Did you know that if you're self-employed, or an employee of your own business, your supplemental health and dental plan could essentially pay for itself?

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Three Strikes: Smoking, Drinking, and Obesity

A Harvard study found that these are the three greatest risk factors affecting people in high-income countries, like Canada. How can you reduce your cancer risk on these fronts?

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What the Government Covers

A quick overview of what your provincial government health plan covers.

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