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Prevention

It's never too late to take steps to support your health and well-being. Prevention is key to staying well, including developing a relationship with your physician for trusted advice, and education on how to avoid ongoing conditions or accidents.
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Can You Get Shingles If You’ve Already Had It?

Oct 07, 2025
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Shingles vs. Monkeypox: What’s the Difference?

Oct 07, 2025

Shingles Vaccine for Older Adults: Cost, Coverage, and What You Need to Know

Oct 06, 2025

What Is Shingles? And How Long Can It Last?

Oct 02, 2025

Medicare and COVID-19 Tests: A Guide for Older Adults

Oct 01, 2025
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Are All Vaccines Fully Covered by Medicare and Medicaid?

Oct 01, 2025
Congress eliminated cost-sharing for all vaccines covered under Medicare Part D, meaning Medicare now covers the entire cost of the shingles vaccine and others recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.

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Did you know you have the power to lower your risk of falling? Take our 2-minute Falls Free CheckUp to see what causes falls and how to prevent them.

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mRNA Vaccines Explained: 5 Key Facts for Older Adults

Oct 01, 2025
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How Do mRNA Vaccines Work?

Oct 01, 2025

What Is the Latest COVID Vaccine Guidance for Older Adults?

Oct 01, 2025

Does Medicare Cover the Shingles Vaccine?

Sep 26, 2025

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