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How to avoid cancer: Tips to reduce your risk
February is National Cancer Prevention Month. It’s a good time to learn about cancer prevention and early detection with these 9 helpful tips.
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My story: Living with multiple sclerosis
Watch a video of Sarah Wolf’s experience navigating symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of MS.
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Showing up every day when you have MS
Read how Sarah Wolf manages her multiple sclerosis and helps Optum strengthen pharmacy services.
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My 17-year journey with multiple sclerosis
Read about one woman’s experience navigating symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of MS.
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"You don't look sick": Coping with the symptoms of MS
Multiple sclerosis (MS) symptoms aren’t easy to see. Optum helps patients with MS manage all their symptoms — seen and unseen.
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Help advance MS research and representation
Whether MS affects you or a loved one today, in the future or never, your involvement can make a difference.
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Missing from the MS narrative
In this series, Victoria Reese shares candidly about symptoms, diagnosis, inequities — and how to better support the Black MS community.
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Victoria Reese, a mom, media pro and Black woman with MS
In this 4-week series, she shares candidly about symptoms, diagnosis, inequities — and how to better support the Black MS community.
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Tools for coping with depression
If you feel you’re struggling with depression, these tools are a starting point to help.
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Spoon Theory and chronic conditions
When living with a chronic condition, how can you express your feelings and needs in a way others can understand? Spoon Theory.
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Caregiver strain: taking your feelings seriously
Taking care of yourself is an important part of being a good caregiver. Here's what to keep in mind.
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Enjoying summer safely with hemophilia
For people with hemophilia, summer can bring new risks for injuries or bleeds. Follow these tips to safely enjoy the summer.
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Taking your specialty medication on the road
If you have a condition that requires specialty medication, organizing in advance can take some of the anxiety out of trips and vacations.
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Running a marathon on parenteral nutrition
Learn how Karen, a clinical infusion dietitian with Optum Infusion Pharmacy, helped Kristi to run a marathon while managing her parenteral nutrition (PN).
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Planning for positivity: Finding the bright side
Learn how to keep a positive mindset when living with a chronic condition.
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The lonely world of caregiving
It takes strength and selflessness to care for others. You are not alone.
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A chronic condition doesn't have to slow your run or walk
Running or walking is a great way to do some good for your body — and for others.
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Weathering the storm with medication needs
Here are some tips to help you prepare for and get through a large storm or other emergency.
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How to manage your child's medication, fasting and school schedule
When your child has a chronic condition it can be challenging to make sure they get their medication on time. These tips can help.
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5 essential tips for living with a chronic condition
See what Bethany, who has multiple sclerosis (MS), has learned about living with a chronic condition
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Low impact exercises with big health and fitness benefits
Low impact exercise is a great way to maintain mobility and improve your overall health without putting excessive strain on your joints.
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Preparing for the school year: A caregiver’s guide
Preparing early for the return to school can help kids with chronic conditions manage their condition and have a successful school year.
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Clinical Management Programs
Being treated with a specialty medication can be overwhelming. Our specialty pharmacy clinical management programs provide personalized care and support.
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Virtual visits with Optum Connections
Get the support you need — when you need it — with Optum® Connections virtual visits available through Optum Specialty Pharmacy and Optum Infusion Pharmacy.