There are still a few days left to get enrolled for Medicare, as the annual enrollment period runs through Tuesday, Dec. 7.

Time is ticking because the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for 2022 ends on Dec. 7, 2021.

Now is the time for Medicare beneficiaries to make changes to Medicare coverage, as one’s health status, budget and plans can change each year.

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With all the talk about the COVID-19 vaccines, there are other vaccines that our community needs to be aware of, to continue being healthy.

There are plenty of people who are vaccinated against COVID-19 now, but there’s a new strain that’s causing some concern.

With Father’s Day happening in June, this month has been declared Men’s Health Month by multiple organizations.

Summer is almost here, and with the heat comes playing in the water, but it’s also important to remember summer safety.

After that late winter snowstorm and with the stormy spring season on the way, along with the pandemic, it’s important to have an emergency preparedness plan.

As March is American Colon Cancer Awareness Month, it’s a time when the nation spotlights colon cancer, a leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. for men and women, according to cancer.org. 1) Why is it important to know about colon cancer? “Globally, over 1 million people are diagnosed with colon cancer yearly,” Reyna said. One out of 20 people will have colon cancer in their lifetime, (and) the median age is 69. What’s important is that most of these cancers are preventable.”Ad2) How can you prevent colon cancer?

As February is American Heart Month, it’s a time when the nation spotlights heart disease, the No. “Probably the most important one is family history for early heart disease,” Reyna said. “If a person in your family had heart disease, get checked and treated. Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death and heart disease in San Antonio. People who exercise actually lower their risk of heart disease and cancer and Alzheimer’s.

There are only a few weeks left for the Medicare annual enrollment period -- the time when millions of Americans will make important decisions about their health care coverage for 2021. Whether you’re enrolling in Medicare or looking to change your coverage, now is the time to do it. Dr. Rowland Reyna, founder and CEO of HealthTexas, and Glenda Pope, local sales director for United Healthcare, explain why it’s important to review your Medicare plans for 2021. “You will still have coverage, but it’s very important to make a decision right now, because things change,” Pope explained. “Your plan could change and your health conditions can change -- even your finances can change.

Dr. Rowland Reyna, founder and CEO of HealthTexas explains why it’s important to review your Medicare plans for 2021. Make sure your medications are covered in the Medicare plan. Confirm your preferred doctors and hospitals are available through the Medicare plan you’re considering. What advantages does a Medicare Advantage Plan have over traditional Medicare? A Medicare Advantage Plan covers all health and prescription coverage needs and includes added-value services such as dental, vision and hearing.

“This is an interesting year because there’s going to be so much going on with the health care system," he said. "When you combine both the flu and COVID-19, it can overwhelm our health care system. If you were to get (the flu and COVID-19) this year, it could be potentially catastrophic.”According to HealthTexas, effectiveness for preventing the flu with the flu shot is 40% to 60%. 2) Does the flu shot prevent you from getting the flu completely? 4) Can I get the flu shot if I am immunocompromised?

Do you have questions regarding the coronavirus and flu season? Dr. Rowland Reyna, founder of HealthTexas, is providing some recommendations about how you can be proactive with your health. 3) Are drive-thru flu clinics safer than going to your doctors office? Any time you lessen your exposure to a bunch of people, youre doing a good thing.Takeaway: A drive-thru flu clinic is just as safe as going to your doctors office. Common symptoms of flu and COVID-19 include fever, cough, tiredness/severe fatigue, muscle aches and a sore throat.

SAN ANTONIO How do you feel about sending your kids back to school? Dr. Rowland Reyna, the founder of HealthTexas, explained some misconceptions that still exist regarding COVID-19. (Weve) had around 3 million people get the virus, Reyna said. Theres a lot of controversy about this, but the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends sending kids to school, the founder said. HealthTexas has 17 locations to serve the San Antonio region and all HealthTexas doctors are board-certified in internal medicine or family medicine.

SAN ANTONIO Boosting our immune system is an important step in staying healthy as experts fight to put COVID-19 behind us. Dr. Rowland Reyna, the founder of HealthTexas, gave some insight on how to naturally improve our system for the future. I think its important that we take care of ourselves, Reyna said. We need to enjoy life, spend time out in the heat, spend time with your family, wear mosquito repellent, wear sun repellent, but more importantly, enjoy life, Reyna said. If you need a primary care doctor, HealthTexas has 17 locations to serve the San Antonio region.