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What is congestive heart failure?
Learn what causes congestive heart failure (CHF) and risk factors you should be aware of.
How can healthier habits help me live better with diabetes?
Learn from Optum doctors how healthier habits can make a difference in improving your life while managing your diabetes.
What women should know about breast cancer
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers. Learn health tips and advice from our Optum doctors.
How does the prostate change as men age?
Learn how the prostate can change as you age and how our Optum doctors and care teams can help you live healthier.
How can I partner with my provider to manage my COPD?
Understanding which stage of COPD you have is the first step toward better managing your condition and living a healthier life.
Where should I go for the care that I need?
Learn where to seek care based on your health needs and the urgency of your situation.
How do statins help with heart health?
Understand the benefits of statins and how they can prevent disease, with advice from our Optum doctors.
What are the different types of urinary incontinence?
Learn about the different types of urinary incontinence and their impact as we age. Get health tips from our Optum doctors.
How can I manage chronic pain without medication?
Learn how you can take control of your pain through different avenues with advice from our Optum doctors.
Ask Our Doctors LIVE
Ask our Doctors Live pre-recorded event offers health tips from our clinicians. Learn about screenings, vaccines, medication safety, Medicare choices - practical guidance to help you on your health journey.
Robert's story
Learn how Robert saw immediate relief for his back pain with the help of his Optum doctor and care team. Become a patient or request your next appointment.
Laurie's story
Learn how Laurie found relief from lifelong health struggles with her Optum doctor. Become a patient or request your next appointment.
Mickey's story
Learn how Mickey’s care team helped him with his type 2 diabetes to find a healthier, happier life. Become a patient or request your next appointment.
Linda's story
Learn how Linda battled serious health problems and surgeries over the years. Her life turned around when she found a very special Optum doctor through her Medicare Advantage plan.
Get to know Optum Health Networks aka Destination Optum
How does Optum Health Networks provide you healthier care for a better life? Learn how here.
What makes our care different?
At Optum, we do things differently. Our focus is helping you prevent health problems before they start.
Welcome to Optum
Learn how Optum helps you easily get the care you need, when and where you need it.
A better health and wellness journey
How to prevent heart disease and related concerns
Learn how to reduce your risk of heart disease and live a healthier life. Become a patient or request your next appointment.
Living with diabetes and preventing related concerns
Learn how to live your healthiest life and prevented related concerns living with diabetes. Become a patient or request your next appointment.
How to get the care you need, when you need it
Where do you go when your doctor is unavailable? Optum has you covered. Become a patient or request your next appointment.
The importance of a medication review
Need help managing your medications? Optum is here to support you every step of the way. Become a patient or request your next appointment.
The importance of an Annual Wellness Visit
An annual wellness visit is key to staying healthy and independent as you age. Schedule your visit today. Become a patient or request your next appointment.
Understand chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Understanding which stage of COPD you have is the first step toward better managing your condition and living a healthier life.
Strength and balance
Strength and balance are key skills to help with our movement. Learn easy exercises that can help you.
Chair yoga
Chair yoga adapts traditional yoga to be done while seated, offering an easier way to improve flexibility.
Tai chi
Tai Chi is a low-impact exercise that helps balance, flexibility, and strength, while also reducing stress.
Chair pilates
Chair Pilates is an accessible exercise that focuses on core strength, stability, and improved posture.
Chair drumming
Chair drumming is a stress relieving activity involving a chair to create rhythms promoting coordination.
Chair dancing
Dancing with the support of a chair can help to improve coordination, and cardio in a low-impact environment.
Exercise 101
Learn simple exercises you can do at home to help you improve your balance, mobility, and posture.
Autogenic training
Autogenics is a technique focusing on breathing, body awareness, and mental images to induce relaxation.
Brain savers
Like your muscles, it's important to exercise your brain. Learn 4 brain exercises to keep your brain active.
Protein
Protein is the building blocks of your body. Learn about the different types of proteins and their benefits.
Fats
Fats are key to your diet. Providing energy and healthy nutrients. Learn more about the benefits of fats.
Carbs
Carbs are a key source of energy to help your body function. Learn more about how carbs keep you healthy.
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