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Importance of Getting a Disability Insurance
Disability insurance offers a safety net in the form of a monthly benefit to policyholders who cannot work due to a disability. Typically, this benefit is calculated as a percentage of the policyholder’s regular income. The waiting period for disability insurance can vary, and coverage can extend from a few weeks to the duration of…
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Kentucky Dental Association Legislative Priorities for 2024
Committed to advancing the profession of dentistry and promoting oral health, the Kentucky Dental Association (KDA) hosts an annual meeting, provides members with a range of resources and benefits, and advocates for various legislative measures. In 2024, the KDA is working to address increasing Medicaid reimbursement rates, student debt, and insurance reform. The KDA believes…
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How Queen Bees Create and Sustain Colonies
One of the critical elements for the survival of a bee colony is the queen bee. Large and heavy, she flies only twice. One is to mate with drone bees from other colonies. During this flight, she collects around five million sperm and then returns to the hive. She stores the sperm and uses them…
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ADA Takes Firm Stance Against Direct-to-Consumer Dentistry
In response to developments involving a direct-to-consumer (DTC) company specializing in teeth aligners, the nation’s largest dental organization, the American Dental Association (ADA), has reasserted its opposition to DTC dentistry. The ADA discourages providing dental treatments directly to consumers, expressing concerns over potential irreversible harm and risks to individuals treated as customers rather than patients.…
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Providing the Right Balance of Exercise for Foals
Daily exercise is an integral part of young horses’ healthy growth, with fresh air reducing the risks of respiratory infection. Having ready access to turnout (pasture to run) also helps strengthen the musculoskeletal system. In the first year, an exercise program focusing on building muscle mass can be counterproductive. This has to do with the…