Psoriasis Action Month: More Than a Skin Condition
August is Psoriasis Action Month. Psoriasis affects the skin and the whole body. Here is what to know and what to ask.
Chuck Kinney
Children’s Eye Health and Safety: Vision Checks and Injury Prevention
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. Learn the signs a child may need an eye exam and simple ways to prevent eye injuries.
Vaccines for Every Age: How to Check What You Need and What Your Plan Covers
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Here is how to find out which vaccines you or your child may need, and how to get them at low or no cost.
Stroke Warning Signs: Know When to Call 911
Learn sudden stroke warning signs, the B.E. F.A.S.T. reminder, and why calling 911 matters even when symptoms appear to improve.
Joint Pain Is Changing Your Day: How to Ask for a Better Care Plan
Prepare for a joint-pain visit with useful notes about symptoms, movement, daily tasks, and questions about assessment, therapy, and treatment.
Medicare Open Enrollment: Prepare for 2027 Before October 15
Prepare for Medicare Open Enrollment with your medication list, provider priorities, plan documents, and questions for a free SHIP counseling session.
Finding LGBTQ+ Affirming Care: Questions to Ask Before You Book
Find care that fits your needs. Use practical questions about provider experience, communication, privacy, insurance, and appointment access.
Aging Alone: Build a Backup Plan While Life Is Going Well
Living alone? Build a practical backup plan for contacts, transportation, appointments, pets, and short-term help before an unexpected need arises.
Adult ADHD: How to Prepare for a Real Evaluation
Wondering whether adult ADHD explains ongoing difficulties? Learn what to document, what to ask, and how to prepare for a professional evaluation.
You Do Not Have to Wait for a Crisis to Ask for Mental Health Care
Not sure how to start looking for mental health support? Prepare for the first call, ask about cost and access, and know where to get urgent help.