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What is MRA?
An MRA is a test that lets your doctor see inside your blood vessels -- your arteries and veins. The technologist will help you get into the correc...
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Heart Disease and Stress Tests
A stress test can estimate your risk of having heart disease. You may also be asked to stop taking other heart drugs on the day of your test. They’...
Read moreHearing Aid Basics
If you have hearing loss in both ears, it’s probably best to wear two hearing aids. That makes it easier to adjust the sound to what you need, whet...
Read moreGeneric Drugs: Answers to Common Questions
Generic drugs may also have a different expiration date than brand-name drugs. You may be wondering how a generic drug can be sold at a much lower ...
Read moreWhat You Need to Know About Assisted Living
The following questions will help you and your family to evaluate assisted living facilities. Print out these questions and have them answered befo...
Read moreSecond Opinions
If your doctor tells you that you have a health problem or suggests a treatment for an illness or injury, you might want a second opinion. Once you...
Read moreHealth Reform and Your Insurance Options
Marketplaces have an open enrollment period (usually in the fall) when you can shop for coverage and enroll in a plan. You may be eligible for a sp...
Read moreDon't Miss Out on Coverage for Preventive Care
How often: At your physical exam each year, if you're between the ages of 50 and 59, ask your doctor about the benefits of aspirin. What it does: C...
Read moreMedicaid: Health Care for People with Low Incomes
The cost of a Medicaid program depends on the state.
Read moreDifferent Types of Health Plans: How They Compare
Being familiar with the plan types can help you pick one to fit your budget and meet your health care needs. To learn the specifics about a brand's...
Read moreInsurance Choices in a Marketplace: FAQ
A health insurance Marketplace, also known as an Exchange, is where you can shop for and compare insurance plans in your state. The amount you pay ...
Read moreFamily History Checklist: Questions for Relatives
Learn your family's health history. It can help your doctor choose the screening tests that might be right for you.
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