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Free Autism Webinar Series Offered to Providers & Caregivers

Providers and caregivers of children with autism can benefit from a free webinar series offered this year.

Be smart with unused medicine on National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day lets people dispose of old prescriptions that could potentially cause accidental poisoning, misuse or overdose.

Ready to Help Save a Life? Celebrate World Blood Donor Day

Don’t wait for a disaster to donate blood. You can help fill an everyday need every 56 days.

3 Tips to Help Make the Most of Telemedicine

Telemedicine may be a convenient and more affordable way to receive care for minor ailments, however, some people might be hesitant to try it. Consider these three tips to help you make the most out of virtual care.

Caring for our Members in Brazil: Monalisa’s Story

A serious health event led Monalisa Quirillo to change her lifestyle at 42. She succeeded with the help of UnitedHealth Group Brasil.

How to Get the Most Out of Your New Fitness Tracker

If you recently received a new fitness tracker, consider these five tips to help you best utilize it – and even earn financial rewards.

Is What You're Wearing Affecting Your Health?

Clothing, shoes and accessories that don’t fit well, are too restrictive or cause pain may be harmful for your health.

Understanding Type 1 diabetes in children

A pediatric doctor provides tips for spotting the symptoms of Type 1 diabetes, plus tips to help manage the disease.

3 Types of Doctor Visits You Shouldn’t Avoid

Many people may overlook preventive care, but these three types of doctor visits may matter most to your health.

Preventive Services Available to Your Family at No Additional Cost

What’s included as part of routine health coverage? Some services are familiar, such as annual checkups, mammograms and flu shots, but a few may surprise you.

5 Ways to Help Achieve Your Fitness Goals in 2020

Setting a New Year’s resolution is easy, but sticking with it can be difficult. These tips, like writing down your goals to help hold you accountable, may help.

Help Get Rid of Lingering Holiday Stress with Virtual Care

It can be uncomfortable talking with a therapist in their office rather than in a place you’re comfortable in. A virtual visit may be the solution.

Turning the Great Outdoors into Your Gym

An outdoor workout can pack a one-two punch of benefits, being tied to improvements in mental and physical health. Check out this video for some outdoor workout inspiration.

Brushing Up on Your Child’s Dental Milestones

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. According to the CDC, 17% of children in America have untreated dental needs.

How a Lack of Sleep May Affect Your Weight — and Health

Sleep may have an effect on helping you achieve a healthy weight — and lifestyle.

Heartburn: What to Eat and What to Avoid

More than 60 million Americans experience heartburn at least once a month. Learn what to eat and what to avoid to help soothe your symptoms and prevent its return.

Walk Faster and You May Live Longer

Increasing your walking speed may even increase your odds of living longer, according to a new study. Consider three tips to crank up your speed.

The Lasting Effect of Adverse Childhood Experiences

34.8 million children experience abuse, neglect or household dysfunction, but it can be difficult to detect. These screenings are helping doctors identify it.

Hype or Help? The Truth About Genetic Testing

There are many medical reasons for getting a genetic test, which should be coordinated with a primary care physician. There are also things to consider before getting one.

Are You Using Your Inhaler Incorrectly?

Most people who use inhalers for their asthma or COPD do so incorrectly. That can cause potentially dangerous flare-ups.