Built in the late 1970’s, the building is a good example of post modern office space design. Unfortunately, the architects took the term “space” a little too literal.
Bodie ghost town, images from the past
My black and white photos seemed more fitting for the old ghost town of Bodie.
Aetna blames American obesity for driving up healthcare costs
As if to point a finger at the American consumer Aetna mentioned, “And at least a third of the American population is obese, a condition that drives up health spending.”
Are aerial drones the new nuclear menace?
Virtually immune to air space and borders, drones represent the new hi-tech global assassination machines.
My son’s farming adventure and spinach futures
He proudly told me how he was convincing his pals to pay him 25 cents now and receive a bag full of spinach in a couple of months.
Hospitals offer cash discounts. Do health insurance companies receive the same discounts?
How do we know the insurance companies aren’t getting the same cash discount? If the hospital accepts $500 from the patient to satisfy the bill, has the plan member they really met their deductible?
Federal government supports identity theft
All the necessary information is on the Medicare Advantage application (Social Security #, address, EFT) to steal a senior’s identity or start a scam. Is this how we protect our seniors, with easy access to their personal information?
Health insurer hoping to see profits with contact lense purchase
Wellpoint, parent company of Anthem Blue Cross in California, announced on June 4, 2012, that it had entered into an agreement to purchase 1-800-CONTACTS, the largest direct-to-consumer retailer of contact lenses in the U.S.
Maternity coverage for men?
If men could become pregnant would maternity coverage have been included as covered benefit years ago?
Sacramento Pride Festival 2012
The 2012 Pride Festival truly was a reflection of the diversity of Sacramento. There were numerous religious and non-profit support agencies in the parade and with booths at the festival.
