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Schedule an annual checkup today. In addition to performing a physical exam, your doctor can recommend screenings and lifestyle changes to improve your health.
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Access the APWU Health Plan provider directories. Find doctors in the High Option Cigna Healthcare network and Consumer Driven Option UnitedHealthcare network.
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Statin therapy can help lower your cholesterol and reduce your risk of heart disease. Find out how to take statins safely and manage statin side effects.
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Tips from the APWU Health Plan on knowing when to go to your primary care physician for medical care versus convenient care, urgent care, or the ER.
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Virtual visits are a convenient way to access medical and behavioral health care 24/7. Here are some tips to help you get the most from your telehealth appointment.
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Find out how to know if you have irritable bowel syndrome and learn the symptoms of IBS, along with foods to avoid and IBS treatment options.
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Colorectal cancer screening tests, colonoscopy vs. Cologuard, and the risk factors of colon cancer and rectal cancer.
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Get more from your health insurance plan and save money on health care with 9 tips to help you maximize your health benefits.
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The APWU Health Plan educates you on what you need to know about opioids and the opioid epidemic, with tips on using opioids for pain relief.
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Preparing an advance directive can help ensure that your wishes will be followed if you are not able to participate in decisions about your medical care.
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The APWU Health Plan provides an overview of preventive health care benefits, with information about immunizations and routine screenings.
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Should you get screened for prostate cancer? Consider the pros and cons of the PSA test and get prostate cancer screening guidelines.
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A personal care account helps APWU Health Plan Consumer Driven Option members cover eligible health care expenses at 100%.
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APWU Health Plan covers the cost of COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots. COVID-19 testing and treatment is also covered 100% for Consumer Driven Option members.
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The APWU Health Plan provides tips on pregnancy diet and nutrition, along with the basics of healthy eating and food safety while pregnant.
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Access tools and resources to help you manage your APWU Health Plan High Option plan.
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Cervical cancer screening guidelines recommend regular tests starting at age 21. Cervical cancer screenings include a Pap test and HPV test.
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The APWU Health Plan explores the symptoms of depression, discusses the causes of depression, and provides tips on treating and managing depression.
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Lower your risk factors for colorectal cancer. Health experts recommend that people get a colonoscopy or other colon cancer screening starting at age 50.
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Breast cancer screenings are used to find breast cancer before it causes symptoms. Be sure to discuss the benefits and risks of mammograms with your doctor.
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Get tips on lowering your healthcare costs and find ways to save on prescription drugs. Making healthy lifestyle choices can help you save on healthcare.
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Get Medicare facts for APWU Health Plan Consumer Driven Option members who will turn 65 this year.
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Discover 7 healthy New Year’s resolutions focused on weight loss, exercise and healthy eating, along with tips to help you keep your New Year’s resolutions.
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Discover healthy habits to help stop the spread of viruses and avoid getting sick. Wash your hands, cover coughs and sneezes, and avoid close contact.
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During the year you turn 65, it's time to learn about Medicare and why you should consider the APWU Health Plan Consumer Driven Option.
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Access tools and resources to help you manage your APWU Health Plan Consumer Driven Option.
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What is a deductible? What is a copay? What is coinsurance? What is a premium? Learn more about the out-of-pocket costs of health insurance.
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Get Medicare facts for APWU Health Plan High Option members who will turn 65 this year.
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Find out why walking is good exercise and discover the health benefits of walking, with tips from the APWU Health Plan on how to start a walking program.
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Prevent back pain with tips for a healthy back and find home remedies for back pain. Learn ways to relieve acute back pain and chronic back pain.
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Your personal care account helps APWU Health Plan Consumer Driven Option members cover eligible health care expenses at 100%.
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Learn how to spot the warning signs of a stroke and get tips on stroke prevention. Acting F.A.S.T. can reduce the brain damage a stroke may cause.
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If this is the year you turn 65, it's a good time to learn about Medicare and why you should consider the APWU Health Plan High Option plan.
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APWU Health Plan covers the cost of COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots. The plan also covers COVID-19 testing and treatment at no cost for High Option members.
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Learn how to get rid of a headache and identify different types of headaches. Treatment options include pain relievers and natural remedies for headache pain.
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Osteoporosis causes bones to become weaker and prone to fractures. Learn about the risk factors of osteoporosis and get tips for maintaining healthy bones.
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The symptom checker allows you to find possible diagnoses for a wide range of health issues.
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Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes pain, fatigue, memory loss and emotional distress. Effective treatments for fibromyalgia can help control your symptoms.
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The APWU Health Plan shares tips on how to start exercising when you're overweight and discusses workout programs for overweight adults.
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Manage anxiety by eating healthy foods high in antioxidants. Discover the top 20 foods highest in antioxidants and anti-anxiety nutrients.
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Take control of your asthma. Learn how to avoid your asthma triggers, prevent asthma attacks and asthma flare-ups, and create an asthma action plan.
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Arthritis exercises can help you manage the symptoms of osteoarthritis, reduce pain, improve joint function, and maintain a healthy weight.
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If you have high blood pressure, making five simple lifestyle changes can help you control your blood pressure without medication.
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Learn how to get the most from your prescription drug benefits, along with questions to ask your pharmacist and why you should consider home delivery pharmacy.
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Find out how to soothe a sore throat with home remedies that actually work. Sore throat treatments include drinking fluids and gargling with warm salt water.
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The drug interaction checker lets you check how prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, supplements and vitamins interact with each other.
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The medical encyclopedia includes articles about symptoms, injuries, diseases, tests and surgeries, along with a library of medical photographs and illustrations.
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Find answers to frequently asked questions about the APWU Health Plan Consumer Driven Option pharmacy program administered by OptumRx.
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The APWU Health Plan explains how to reduce your risk of melanoma and skin cancer, with a guide to sunscreens and tips on how to apply sunscreen.
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Enrolling in a tobacco cessation program can help you create a plan to stop smoking, learn strategies to resist tobacco cravings and quit tobacco for good.
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Enroll in the APWU Health Plan Consumer Driven Option and you can get help in giving up tobacco and leading a healthier life.
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Tips from the APWU Health Plan on recognizing the symptoms of diabetes, with guidelines on lowering your risk for prediabetes and preventing type 2 diabetes.
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Prenatal care is the health care you receive when pregnant. Prenatal visits are important for a healthy pregnancy and can help you deliver a healthy baby.
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Long COVID symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue and brain fog. Getting a COVID-19 vaccine and booster shot is the best way to protect yourself.
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Loneliness and social isolation are linked to serious health conditions. Discover 10 tips to connect with others and overcome social isolation and loneliness.
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Your Consumer Driven Option benefits include help in giving up tobacco and leading a healthier life at no extra cost.
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Learn more about your pharmacy benefits as a member of the APWU High Option Health Plan.
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Enroll in the APWU Health Plan High Option and you can get help in giving up tobacco and leading a healthier life.
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Members in the APWU Health Plan Consumer Driven Option need precertification or prior approval for certain services.
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A high-fiber diet can improve digestive health and lower the risk for heart disease, diabetes and stroke. Discover tips for adding more fiber to your diet.
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APWU Health Plan offers a Medicare Advantage plan for High Option members. Find out if you’re eligible to enroll.
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APWU Health Plan offers a Medicare Advantage plan for High Option members. Explore how the Medicare Advantage plan works.
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Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about the APWU Health Plan High Option for postal and federal employees and retirees.
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Treatment cost advisor tools let you estimate the cost of healthcare ahead of time. Checking cost estimates and quality ratings can help you save on healthcare.
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, damages the lungs and makes it hard to breathe.
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Get answers to the most frequently asked questions about the APWU High Option health plan for current members.
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APWU Health Plan discusses the health benefits of exercise, with tips on how to find time for fitness when your schedule is already packed.
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Access your High Option plan with the APWU Health Plan member portal and mobile app. Easily manage your plan from your computer or mobile device.
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Explore the mental health benefits of exercise and find out how regular physical activity can ease the symptoms of depression, stress, and anxiety.
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Acupuncture involves inserting very thin needles into the body to treat pain and other health issues. Get answers to your questions about acupuncture.
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Learn how to sleep better with tips for overcoming insomnia and getting a good night's sleep. Get the sleep you need by reducing anxiety and stress.
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Find out what causes seasonal affective disorder (SAD), explore the options for using light therapy to treat SAD and learn how to cope with seasonal depression.
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Discover exercises you can do without going to the gym, along with tips on how to get fit at home and ways to sneak fitness into your busy schedule.
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Discover the best exercises to reduce lower back pain. Physical activity can boost your flexibility, reduce joint stiffness and protect your spine and muscles.
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Review your rights and responsibilities as a member of the APWU Health Plan.
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Keep your heart healthy and learn how to help prevent heart disease with 10 heart health tips from the APWU Health Plan.
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Physical activity guidelines recommend how much exercise adults need to be healthy. The ideal workout balances cardio exercises and strength training.
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If you want to lose weight, eat a healthy diet, get the physical activity you need, take steps to manage stress and follow science-backed tips for weight loss.
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Enroll in the APWU Health Plan Consumer Driven Option, and you can enjoy the benefits of programs to manage pregnancy and tobacco cessation, all at no added cost.
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Enroll in APWU Health Plan High Option, and you can enjoy health management programs to protect your well-being, all with no out-of-pocket costs in most cases.
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Well-child visits and screenings can keep kids healthy and catch health issues early when treatment is more likely to be successful.
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Can mobile phones cause neck pain? Learn how to improve your posture and avoid text neck and back pain associated with the overuse of smartphones.
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Find answers to frequently asked questions about the UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage (PPO) plan for APWU Health Plan.
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APWU Health Plan members can find answers to frequently asked questions about the UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage (PPO) plan.
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APWU Health Plan members enjoy the benefits of programs to manage diabetes, pregnancy, and tobacco cessation, all at no added cost.
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Learn how the APWU Health Plan works with Medicare when you are a member of the Consumer Driven Option plan.
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Learn more about the No Surprises Act and your rights and protections against surprise medical bills under federal law.
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The APWU Health Plan explores the link between sleep and weight gain and discusses how much sleep you need, with tips on getting a better night's sleep.
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Learn how to relieve stress and find tips to help you change unhealthy behaviors and protect your body from the effects of stress and anxiety.
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Resilience is the ability to adapt to misfortune and rebound from setbacks. Discover ways to become more resilient, manage stress, and cope with challenges.
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As an APWU Health Plan High Option member, health management programs help you stay active, quit smoking and protect your health at every stage of life.
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How your APWU High Option Health Plan works with Medicare.
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APWU Health Plan discusses influenza, explains why you should get a seasonal flu shot every year and provides tips on lowering your risk of getting the flu.
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If you have postpartum depression, you’re not alone. Find relief from your symptoms with mental health counseling and postpartum depression self-care.
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Lose belly fat with ten weight-loss tips and foods to avoid for a flatter stomach. Learn how to trim your midsection through healthy eating and exercise.
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APWU Health Plan discusses the risk factors of heart disease in women and reviews heart attack symptoms in women.
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APWU Health Plan offers a guide on understanding dietary fats and everything you need to know about saturated fats, unsaturated fats, and trans fats.
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Learn how to exercise at home, with easy exercises for couch potatoes. Find out why sitting is bad for you and explore the benefits of physical activity.
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Our shingles vaccine FAQ provides answers to questions about Shingrix. Learn about the risk factors for shingles and how Shingrix can help prevent shingles.
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The health benefits of strength training include weight loss, lowering your risk of developing heart disease and type 2 diabetes, and strengthening your bones.
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Practicing relaxation techniques for stress relief can counter the negative effects of stress and anxiety, build self-confidence and enhance your wellbeing.
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Adopting healthy lifestyle habits may reduce the risk of depression. Explore how sleep, diet, exercise and other factors can help boost mental health.
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Get tips on finding a therapist who is right for you, what to expect when you see a therapist for the first time, and making the most of behavioral therapy.
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APWU Health Plan gives you two smart plans to consider. Compare them side by side.
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The APWU Health Plan privacy policy describes how personal health information may be used and disclosed.