Health Care 101
As you get older, your body may need more TLC. Find out what medical tests to get, how to work with your doctor, and how to navigate Medicare.
Medical Tests
Find out what medical tests you should get in your 50s.
What medical tests should you get at age 60 and later? Read this article to find out.
Your Health Care
Read about seven traits patients say they want in their doctors.
What you don't know CAN hurt you. The more you know about any medication you use, the better you can be sure you're using it properly.
Looking for a doctor? This link takes you to WebMD’s Physician Directory.
Get tips on taking charge of your health care and building a good relationship with your doctor.
If it sounds too good to be true, it might be a health scam. Read about health quackery.
Choices
HMO, PPO, POS… does the alphabet soup of health plans have you confused? Get tips on choosing a health plan.
Get a checklist to use in choosing a hospital.
If you’re scheduled for hospital care, these tips may help you prepare.
This video features free drug programs for patients in financial need.
Live Longer
People in the U.S. are living longer than ever before. How long? Click here to find out.
Can’t sit still? That might be a healthy habit, experts report. Find out why fidgeting may keep you fit and help you live longer.
Read about research showing that people ages 65-85 who are very optimistic may live longer.
Read about people who are at least 100 years old -- their habits might help you live longer.
Read what more than 3,000 men and women age 65 and older told researchers about getting older: Hint: They may be more upbeat than you think.
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