Medicare: Know Your Alphabet If you’re approaching retirement, now is a good time to learn as much as you can about Medicare. Your options are conveniently labeled with the letters of the alphabet, and we’ve outlined the basics of those options for you. Read more

Is a Gym Membership Right for You? A health club membership can be a convenient way to achieve your resolutions, so long as it fits your schedule and your personality. Here’s how to decide if a gym is right for you. Read more

Timely Tips for a Healthier 2012 Knowing the latest health findings can help you in your quest to get slimmer, stronger and less stressed in the New Year. Whatever your resolutions, these timely tips can help you reach your health and fitness goals so you can be at your best every day, whether in front of the classroom, or with your family. Read more

Essential, Inexpensive Home Workout Gear If exercise machines resemble complicated torture devices to you, take heart. You can get an effective workout with these affordable, easy-to-use, portable tools. All 3 challenge more muscles than if you performed exercises without them, and since they’re small enough to keep in your classroom, you can sneak in an extra workout! Read more

7 Habits of a Healthy Educator With a new school year comes the chance to get proactive about your health and fight off chronic low energy, constant sniffles and stress headaches before they pull you under. To help, we’ve got 7 habits to keep your mind and body running smoothly. Read more

Get Shoe Smart Being an educator may be good for the soul, but not for the sole. Standing on your feet all day can wreak havoc on them, particularly if you’ve got a penchant for pointy-toed high heels. Here are some shoe shopping tips to keep in mind so you can walk away with pairs that are both comfy and swank. Read more

Which Workout Shoes Are For You? Does it really matter what kind of sneakers you wear? You bet it does. Having the right fitness footwear can make or break your workout. Here’s how to find the perfect pair. Read more

Reduce Back-to-School Anxiety Naturally As an educator, one of the basic requirements is that you’re always “on.” And with more students, fewer resources and greater demands, it’s no wonder today’s educators are anxious. Here are 5 tips for taking the stress and anxiety out of “back-to-school” as well as the rest of your year. Read more

5 Ways to Boost Your Treadmill Workout Treadmills are the most popular gym equipment in the U.S. They are a great way to get fit and you never have to worry about bad weather, dimly lit streets or busy roads without sidewalks. However, sticking with the same workout eventually brings diminishing returns. We have 5 ways to boost your burn and get even fitter—no fancy footwork required. Read more

Reset Your Internal Clock Make a gentle transition into the new school year with these 5 tips for getting back into an early morning routine. Read more

4 Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep Educators are among the most sleep-deprived employees in America! Here’s our guide to help you fix the most common sleep problems facing educators. Address them now to start the upcoming school year refreshed! Read more

Make Fitness a Habit This Summer For many teachers, summer signals an opportunity to work on projects that there’s never enough time for during the school year. Getting into shape is often one of them but the trick is always figuring out how to stick with your exercise routine in the fall. Here are 5 strategies to help you stay on track all year round. Read more

5 Summer Foods to Help You Stay in Shape Healthy eating is easy in the summer because there’s such a delicious abundance of fresh fare. Plus, it’s inexpensive, whether you’re shopping at the store or the farmers’ market. Add these 5 nutritious summer foods to your shopping list to stay in shape all summer long. Read more

Stroke Prevention 101 When there’s a loss of blood flow to the brain or bleeding in the brain tissue, stroke is the result. Conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes increase your risk of stroke, but so do lifestyle factors like poor nutrition, smoking and lack of exercise. We’ve got 5 tips to help you stay healthy and avoid strokes. Read more

Get Fit Without Breaking the Bank You don’t need us to tell you that jogging, walking and hiking are inexpensive brands of exercise. And we’re confident you can pick out your own fitness DVDs without our help, too. Instead, we did some research and gathered a bevy of creative ideas that will generate a lot of sweat for little to no cash. Read more

Top 4 Fitness Myths—Busted When they’re in the form of Greek literature, myths are perfectly acceptable, but they have no place in your fitness routine. Getting the body you want is tough enough. Find out if these common misconceptions are getting in the way of your workout—plus, get the real scoop on how to maximize your calorie-torching efforts. Read more

Top Health Magazines to Help You Shape Up If you’re casting about for inspirational new ways to get in shape and live well this summer, look no further than your newsstand. To help you in your search for the ones that might be right for you, we found out the top 5 NEA member favorites. Here, editors and fitness pros tell us why they love them. Read more

Can You Save Money with a Prescription Discount Program? Prescription drug coverage is a complex issue. There are so many options—employer insurance coverage, discount programs, Medicare coverage, etc.—that it can be hard to understand how to get the best deal. While every situation is different, we’ve done some digging and offer some general tips on how you could use a discount prescription program to your advantage. Read more

5 Tips to Save on Dental Costs Even with insurance coverage, dental procedures often come with a big sticker price for patients. But it doesn’t have to be as expensive as you think. We’ve got 5 ways for you to save big bucks on dental expenses. Read more

5 Ways to Save on Eyeglasses and Contact Lenses More than 165 million people in the U.S. wear eyeglasses and/or contact lenses. In fact, Americans are shelling out an estimated $26 billion annually on vision exams and accessories. The good news: Quality eyewear doesn’t have to cost a fortune. We’ve got 5 ways for you to save big bucks on eyeglasses and contact lenses. Read more

Get the Most Out of Your Gym Membership Do you spell gym, b-o-r-i-n-g? It doesn’t have to be. Most facilities provide a lot more than mundane treadmills and dumbbells. Here are 5 “who knew?” offerings available at most clubs that will make you—and your body—never want to leave. Read more

Buddy Up for Better Weight Loss Results Whether you’re figuring out a complex problem or embarking on a weight loss program, getting the right support is key to success. Studies show that working out with a partner not only promotes healthy competition so we work harder (and thus burn more calories) but it reduces stress levels to boot. Here are 3 strategies for finding the support you need to promote weight loss success. Read more

Exercise Your Options: How to Choose the Right Gym Whether you want to train for a 5K, burn off the stress of the school day or lose a few extra pounds, joining a gym can be a great way to achieve your fitness goals. The gym you choose could make or break your fitness resolutions. Here’s how to find a health club that works for you. Read more

Boost Your Workout Results with Interval Training If you’ve been consistently committed to your challenging dose of heart-thumping exercise but your weight loss or endurance gains have leveled off, it’s time to incorporate intervals—short, give-it-your-all bursts followed by moderate recovery periods. Here’s how to get in shape in the least amount of time! Read more

Walk Your Way to Better Health It’s no secret that regular exercise can do wonders for the mind and body. The good news is you don’t have subject yourself to a sweat-drenching aerobics class to reap the benefits of exercise—walking is just as powerful as other forms of activity and just 10 minutes a day can help. Read more

You May Need Long-Term Care. Do You Need Long-Term Care Insurance? The statistics are compelling: About 40% of the people in nursing homes today are younger than 65. If you live beyond age 65, there’s a 70% chance you’ll need long-term care. The nationwide average cost of such care is $204 per day or roughly $6,000 a month. What’s your plan to deal with that cost? Read more

Eat Healthy Through the Holidays The holiday season is in full swing! Keeping your nutritional goals intact while enjoying festive fare requires a plan. Here are 6 strategies to eat healthfully throughout the holidays while still enjoying the bounty. Read more

8 Tips for Managing Stress at School This comes as no surprise, but studies show that educators are some of the most stressed workers in America. And with more students, fewer resources and greater demands, it’s no wonder today’s educators are stressed! We’ve gathered 8 expert tips you can use to help manage stress at school. Read more

Write Yourself Healthy: Keep a Food Journal Regardless of whether you’re trying to lose weight, keep it off for good or just eat healthier, writing down everything you chew and sip can help you be more successful. We’ve asked experts for their advice on starting a food journal and gathered tips to help you succeed. Read more

10 Tips to Save on Prescription Drugs The cost of prescription drugs can be overwhelming, even when you have insurance. We’ve gathered 10 tips to help you cut the cost of your medications. Read more

High-Tech Hearing Aids Can Help You in the Classroom Hearing in a noisy classroom is tough even for teachers with excellent hearing. If you find yourself struggling even a little bit, today’s high-tech hearing aids can help. Learn about your options. Read more

On Your Feet All Day? When you’re on your feet all day, it’s not uncommon to experience pain, strain and muscle weakness. Start the new school year out right by following these tips to help you stay pain-free! Read more

Getting Your Specs: A Buyer’s Guide Years ago, the only decision you made when purchasing glasses was the style of the frame. Those days are over. Here’s a breakdown of lens materials and lens coatings so you can select the best spectacles for your unique needs. Read more

5 Books for Better Nutrition There’s no better time to make a commitment to shedding extra pounds and eating healthier than during the summer. To help you cut through the self-help fads and hype, we enlisted 3 leading nutritionists to recommend their favorite eat-right books. Read more

Small-Scale Healthy Adventures Bored with your current routine? Be a little adventurous and try one, or all, of these 3 healthy activities you can do in an afternoon. Read more

Get Fit and Have Fun in 2010 An essential step toward making consistent exercise a part of your lifestyle is to participate in activities that you love. If you’re looking to get in shape in 2010 but haven’t had time to explore possibilities, we’ve made it easy for you. Learn about these popular, tried and true activities that are heart pumping, slimming, toning, time-efficient and most of all, fun! Read more

Ring in the New Year with Resolutions that Last As an educator, you’re probably already goal-oriented. You create lesson plans, help students achieve set objectives and ultimately see results with their test scores. What if you approached your personal life the same way? With the New Year clock officially ticking, here are some resolution ideas for living life more fully. Read more

Beat the Winter Break Cold Americans contract a whopping 1 billion colds every year. And educators are especially susceptible since they’re constantly exposed to sick kids, germs and end of semester stress. Here's how to give your immune system the juice it needs to stay well through the season. Read more

Yoga At Your Desk Regardless of what you do at school, there are 2 aspects of your profession that you share with other educators: you’re either sitting or standing—a lot. And no doubt as a result, you’ve got some aches and pains in your shoulders, legs, hips and back. We've explained 5 simple yoga postures you can do throughout your day to set you straight. Read more

The 12 Days of Winter Break By the time winter break rolls around, chances are you’re overworked, overstressed and ready for some pampering. Here we offer 12 ideas to help you rest, relax and rejuvenate over the winter holiday. Read more

How to Use Fruits and Vegetables to Help Manage Your Weight Including more fruits and vegetables in your diet can help you maintain or lose weight. Here's why. Read more

Energy Assessment Test your knowledge about foods that can keep you energized through the entire school day. Read more

10 Tips for Managing Allergies Allergy season is in full swing, complete with coughing, sneezing and itchy eyes. Use these 10 tips to help get them under control. Read more

Selecting and Effectively Using a Health/Fitness Facility According to the International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association, there are more than 17,000 health clubs in the United States with a membership representing more than 33 million individuals. The quality of the facilities, staffing and programs vary greatly; therefore, you will want to carefully evaluate the facility before making your decision. Read more

Asthma Resources Asthma is the number one cause of school absenteeism due to chronic illness. How can schools help kids with asthma breathe easier? NEA's Health Information Network (HIN) has compiled an extensive list of resources for you and your school. Read more

Three Drug-Free Ways to Ease Headache Pain Headache is, without question, one of the most common ailments Americans face. In fact, nearly 90% of men and 95% of women have had at least one headache during their lifetime. Try these drug-free strategies to help relieve those school-day headaches. Read more

Eat More, Weigh Less? You don't have feel deprived to lose weight. Use these strategies to help you rethink how you eat and learn to manage your weight without being hungry. Read more

Building a Personal Health Record Your personal health information is a valuable resource to you, your family, and healthcare professionals who provide treatment and care. However, in most cases, a complete record of your personal health information cannot be found in any single location or in a consistent format. Read more