Taking Care of Your Health

There's an overwhelming amount of medical and health information on the internet; the challenge is finding the information that is accurate and reliable and useful to you. UHA understands how hard it is to find information you can trust, so we are providing you with some useful online resources for you to browse through. As always, contact your physician before following any type of medical advice about your specific issues or concerns.

H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)

For the latest information on the Swine Flu and how to protect yourself, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned consumers to be extremely cautions while purchasing any H1N1 influenza prevention or treatment products over the Internet. Illegal and unapproved products have been discovered online by the FDA. These products may pose risks to patients. To learn more, please click here.

Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)

AHRQ is the lead Federal agency charged with improving the quality, safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of health care for all Americans. The AHRQ website includes wide-ranging health information for consumers and patients, and is an agency of the Department of Health and Human Services.

WebMD

One of the web's most comprehensive health-focused sites, with health information, tools for managing your health, and support to those who seek information. Also offers in-depth reference material, support communities, specialized centers, and material from other well-known sites dealing with health issues.

Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Guide - How to Choose Your Plan

This consumer-friendly guide, which was developed with support and input from many AHIP (America's Health Insurance Plans) members, will educate seniors about the Part D program, help them examine their personal priorities and preferences, and assist them in navigating through their options. This project is the latest in a series of collaborative efforts between health insurance plans and pharmacists to improve the Medicare prescription drug benefit for seniors and providers.