Preventive Health
Preventive health starts with education. Learn how to detect problems before you notice symptoms – allowing you to stay healthy, live longer, and avoid disease.
Preventive care checklist
Take control of your health today to ensure a healthier tomorrow with our preventive care checklist. This checklist makes it easy to keep the most essential screenings and doctor visits top of mind.
- Adult (65+) Preventive Health Checklist (English)Open a PDF
- Adult (65+) Preventive Health Checklist (Spanish)Open a PDF
Know your numbers
It’s hard to tell if you have hypertension because symptoms aren’t obvious. The same is true for high cholesterol. Learn how to reduce your risk of heart disease by hitting recommended goals for blood pressure, total cholesterol, body mass index, and more!
Talking with your doctor
Become more engaged in your health care. Here are some tips to make conversations with your doctor more valuable and a Provider Communications Checklist to help keep track of important health related matters.
Appointment tips and checklist
Fall prevention and bone health
Bones lose strength over time. And if you have osteoporosis - a condition that thins and weakens your bones - something as simple as a bump, sneeze or fall can cause a long-term disability. Fortunately, there are ways to improve your bone health and reduce your risk of injury.
Avoiding hospital readmission
A readmission to a hospital can be both costly and hazardous to your health. Learn what to do after discharge to avoid another visit.
Tips for after a hospital stay
ABC's of a healthy heart
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Diet, medicine, and exercise are just some of the many ways to avoid risk. Learn the ABC's of a healthy heart.
Preventive oral health
Poor dental care can negatively affect your overall health. Make sure you take the right steps to manage your health, which includes your teeth!
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This page last updated 10-01-2024.
