Play, Connection, and Learning: Why We Need Less Screen Time at Every Age From Childhood to Older Adulthood, Active Engagement Helps Us Thrive Screens have become part of everyday life. They help us work, learn, communicate, and stay informed. Yet many Americans are spending more time than ever sitting in front of phones, tablets, computers, and televisions. While technology offers … Read More
As Healthcare Costs Rise, Aslan Health Provides Affordable Care in St. Cloud
Health Insurance Costs Keep Rising: Why Affordable Healthcare Matters More Than Ever For many Americans, health insurance has become a frustrating paradox. Premiums continue to rise year after year, yet many families still struggle to afford the care they need. Recent surveys of large employers suggest healthcare costs could increase by nearly 9% in 2026, continuing a trend of rising … Read More
When Should Kids Get a Smartphone? Finding Balance in a Digital Age | Aslan Health
Smartphones and Kids: Finding Balance in a Digital Age Smartphones have become a normal part of everyday life. They help us stay connected, access information, navigate unfamiliar places, and communicate with family and friends. For many parents, however, deciding when to give a child a smartphone—and how much access is appropriate—can feel overwhelming. Recent research has renewed concerns about the … Read More
Just 90 Minutes a Week: How Strength Training Can Help You Live Longer and Healthier
Just 90 Minutes a Week: Strength Training May Help You Live Longer When people think about improving their health, they often imagine spending hours at the gym, running marathons, or following complicated fitness programs. For many busy adults balancing work, family, and financial responsibilities, those goals can feel overwhelming. The good news is that improving your health may be much … Read More
Healthcare Sharing Ministries: What They Are and How They Compare to Traditional Insurance
Healthcare Sharing Ministries: What Are They and Are They Right for You? For many Americans, healthcare costs continue to be a significant concern. Rising insurance premiums, high deductibles, and out-of-pocket expenses have led some individuals and families to explore alternatives to traditional health insurance. One option that has grown in popularity over the past several decades is the healthcare sharing … Read More
Are Ultra-Processed Foods Affecting Your Health? What You Need to Know
Are Ultra-Processed Foods Designed to Keep You Eating? Have you ever opened a bag of chips planning to eat just a handful, only to realize you’ve eaten most of the bag? Or found yourself craving a specific snack even when you weren’t truly hungry? If so, you’re not alone. Researchers and healthcare professionals are increasingly examining the role that ultra-processed … Read More
Does Background Noise Actually Help You Sleep? | Aslan Health
Does Background Noise Actually Help You Sleep? For some people, a bedroom is not complete without the hum of a fan. Others fall asleep to rainfall sounds, ocean waves, or white noise machines. Meanwhile, some people need complete silence to get a good night’s rest. So who is right? The answer may be that there is no single right answer. … Read More
Why Americans Are Skipping Healthcare Even With Insurance | Aslan Health
Why Americans Are Skipping Healthcare — Even With Insurance For many Americans, the problem is no longer simply whether they have health insurance.The problem is whether they can actually afford to use it. A recent report from the State Health Access Data Assistance Center (SHADAC) found that millions of Americans delayed or skipped needed medical care in 2024 because of … Read More
Hepatitis A, B, C, and D: Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment
Understanding Hepatitis: The Differences Between Hepatitis A, B, C, and D When people hear the word “hepatitis,” they often assume it refers to a single disease. In reality, hepatitis simply means inflammation of the liver, and several different viruses can cause it. The most common viral forms are Hepatitis A, B, C, and D. Each type spreads differently, affects the … Read More
Why Spending Time Outdoors Improves Your Physical and Mental Health | Aslan Health
Why Getting Outside Matters More Than You Think Summer brings longer days, warmer weather, and more opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Yet despite having more chances to step outside, many of us spend most of our time indoors. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, the average American spends only about 7% of their life outdoors, while approximately 93% is spent … Read More