Rising prescription prices, even if you have a solid health insurance plan, can break a monthly budget. GoodRx is a frugal way to lower your out-of-pocket prescription costs and help you stay on track. GoodRx is a database of branded drug savings programs, and offer discounts on non-branded drugs … [Read more...] about GoodRx could help with prescription medication costs
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8 places to find a discount massage
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While I was getting an expensive four-part body treatment at the Four Seasons in Scottsdale — offered to me free of charge — I thought of that saying, "Do more of what you love." The quote generally applies to work. But as I lay on that massage table for 80 minutes, my masseuse, rubbing … [Read more...] about 8 places to find a discount massage
12 ways to save money on health care
The last time I went to the pharmacy to fill a prescription, for generic ear drops to treat eczema, I almost had a heart attack when they handed me the bill: $184. The last time, I had paid $10. I whipped out my phone and found a coupon that cut the price to $23, as long as the purchase … [Read more...] about 12 ways to save money on health care
11 ways to save on prescription drugs
When my friend Mark developed whooping cough for the second time, he knew what to expect. A quick phone call to his doctor got Mark the antibiotics and cough syrup he needed. His only mistake? This go-round, Mark had the prescriptions called in to his nearest drugstore rather than heading to Costco … [Read more...] about 11 ways to save on prescription drugs
Free and cheap ways to exercise at home
You’ve vowed to get fit, lose weight or build muscle, but a gym membership isn’t for you. Maybe those pricey monthly fees won’t fit in your budget, or you hate people looking at you when you’re sweating your way through a torturous hour on the treadmill. Or perhaps your personal schedule is so … [Read more...] about Free and cheap ways to exercise at home
More free at-home COVID-19 tests available by mail
As the surge of COVID-19 increases in the winter, along with flu season, it's increasingly important to get tested for COVID-19, especially if you're experiencing symptoms or have been exposed to someone who's tested positive. Residential households in the U.S. are now eligible for another … [Read more...] about More free at-home COVID-19 tests available by mail
Save on back-to-school shots, sports exams
The kids soon head back to school and you’ve already shelled out money for new clothes and school supplies. Now you need to come up with more cash for sports physicals and back-to-school vaccinations. Here are some tips that might help you save on those expenses. Visit your primary care … [Read more...] about Save on back-to-school shots, sports exams
Comparing drugstore card perks: Rite-Aid vs. CVS vs. Walgreens
Drugstores carry everything from health and beauty items to school supplies and kitchenware, often at relatively low prices. We looked at three nationwide chain drugstores to decipher their rewards programs and let you in on the potential perks and pitfalls. Rite Aid Sign up for a Rite Aid … [Read more...] about Comparing drugstore card perks: Rite-Aid vs. CVS vs. Walgreens
How to get free N95 masks at local pharmacies
In the continuing effort to combat the pandemic and limit the spread of COVID-19, the U.S. government is distributing 400 million N95 masks for FREE around the country. Health officials are highlighting that the masks offer better protection than cloth face coverings or surgical masks against the … [Read more...] about How to get free N95 masks at local pharmacies
Free online yoga classes to do at home
When you can’t make it to an in-person yoga class, these virtual locations offer hundreds of options for streaming yoga, whether you’re an experienced practitioner, or just getting started. While some are perennially free, others offer free streaming for a week or two. Lululemon You … [Read more...] about Free online yoga classes to do at home
2 weeks left to get Affordable Care Act health insurance for 2021
Have you looked at getting health insurance under the Affordable Care Act in the past but decided it didn’t work for you? If so, it may be time to take another look at the health care program that’s also known as “Obamacare.” You have about two weeks to enroll and have insurance through … [Read more...] about 2 weeks left to get Affordable Care Act health insurance for 2021
COVID vaccine freebies: Get free and discounted stuff with your vaccination card
Getting your COVID-19 vaccine can do more than protect you from the virus. Turns out, your COVID vaccine card can get you free and discounted stuff, too. Businesses are doing their part to encourage Americans to get vaccinated by sweetening the deal with bonus offers. Just flash your vaccination … [Read more...] about COVID vaccine freebies: Get free and discounted stuff with your vaccination card
Making dental care less painful for your budget
About 1 in 4 Americans go without dental coverage. For some it's just too expensive. Others believe dental insurance doesn't provide a great return on investment. But that tiny cavity can turn into serious health problems if left unattended. Yours truly has had so many root canals, one endodontist … [Read more...] about Making dental care less painful for your budget
Get your COVID-19 vaccination card laminated for free
As more people get their coronavirus vaccine, it will become more important to ensure you have proof that you've rolled up your sleeve. You can protect your vaccination card with free lamination from Staples and Office Depot / OfficeMax. Everyone who gets the vaccine receives a CDC COVID-19 … [Read more...] about Get your COVID-19 vaccination card laminated for free
How to find the right health insurance
With all you’ve heard about problems with the Affordable Care Act, you might think it’s not a good option for 2021 health insurance. Despite all the efforts by opponents to kill it, the ACA remains alive and is offering health insurance for 2021 under essentially the same rules that applied in … [Read more...] about How to find the right health insurance
