National Diabetes Month: Your Yearly Checkup Plan for Eyes, Kidneys, Feet, and Smile
For National Diabetes Month, a simple yearly checklist for eye, kidney, foot, and dental checkups, plus Medicare-covered diabetes learning.
Preventive Care & Wellness
National Diabetes Month: The Free Program That Can Help You Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Told your blood sugar is “a little high”? Learn how the Diabetes Prevention Program works, who qualifies, and how Medicare covers it.
Bladder Health Month: Leaks Are Common, Treatable, and Worth Bringing Up
Bladder leaks are common and not just part of aging. Here is how to bring them up, track symptoms, and learn about treatment options.
Your Medicare Yearly Wellness Visit: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and How to Make It Count
The Medicare Wellness visit is not a physical. Learn what it covers, what may cost extra, and how to prepare so it really helps.
Men Get Breast Cancer Too: Signs, Risks, and When to Get Checked
Breast cancer in men is rare but real. Learn the signs, who is at higher risk, and why getting a change checked fast matters.
Breast Cancer in the Family? When to Ask About BRCA and Genetic Counseling
Family history can shape your breast cancer risk. Learn the clues, what BRCA means, and when to ask about genetic counseling.
Your Mammogram Letter Says “Dense Breasts.” What Now?
A dense breast notice is not a diagnosis. Here is what the letter means and the questions to ask your clinician.
Lead Poisoning Prevention Week: Simple Steps to Keep Kids Safe From Lead
Lead often causes no clear signs in children. Learn who should get a blood lead test and easy ways to lower lead at home.
The Eldercare Locator: One Call to Find Local Help for Older Adults
Need meals, rides, or in-home help for an older adult? The free Eldercare Locator can point you to local services. Here is how to use it.
Lung Cancer Screening: Who It Is For and How to Ask About It
A yearly low-dose CT scan is recommended for some adults with a history of smoking. Learn who qualifies and what to ask.