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Make Sure You are Getting the Best Possible Healthcare

There are also many things you can do to make sure you are getting the best possible health care:

• Know your body, how you feel when you're well and when you're not.
• Get regular preventive screenings (e.g., mammograms, prostate, colorectal)
• Talk openly with your health care professional about your concerns.
• Find out who the best health care professionals are in your area to meet your needs. (Need Help? Call your HELPsource™ Concierge, 215-881-4708)
• Check to be sure you can get into your health care professional's office and that he or she has the staff and equipment you need.
• Think through your concerns before you visit your health care professional.
• Bring your health records with you. (Call your HELPsurce™ Concierge for a FREE Health Journal, 215-881-4708)
• Take a friend with you, if you're concerned you might not remember all your questions and all the answers.
• Get it in writing. Write down, or have someone write down for you, what is said by the health care professional.(Or write it down in your FREE HELPsource™ Health Journal)
• Ask for help finding more information through materials like brochures, or at specific Web pages on the Internet. (Once again, your HELPsource™ Concierge is your one stop resource! 215-881-4708)

It's never too late to form healthy habits. Here are some tips to get you started:

• Eat healthy foods in healthy portions.
• Be physically active every day.
• Don't get too much sun.
• Get regular checkups.
• Don't smoke or use illegal drugs.
• Use medicines wisely.
• If you drink alcohol, drink it in moderation.
• Stay in touch with family and friends.
• If you need help, talk with your healthcare professional.