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Medicare Talk

Medicare Talk is AFMC’s free, quarterly publication for Arkansans on Medicare. Each issue includes information to help seniors stay healthy and understand their Medicare coverage. Reaching over 60,000 seniors statewide, Medicare Talk is distributed in Aging Arkansas and at senior centers and offices across the state.

To get your free subscription, call 800-272-5528, ext. 7634.

Medicare Talk July | August | September 2008 MedicareTalk_July_Aug_Sept PDF

  • Colorectal cancer: An ounce of prevention
    is worth a pound of cure
  • Fall prevention: what you can do
  • Vaccinations: They’re not just for kids!

Medicare Talk April | May | June 2008 MedicareTalk_July_Aug_Sept PDF

  • MRSA: What it is and what you can do about it
  • Did you know…? Charitable clinics offer care for those without insurance
  • Life with chronic kidney disease: Control, knowledge are key

Medicare Talk January | February | March 2008 MedicareTalk_July_Aug_Sept PDF

  • Doctor's orders: Follow your treatment
    plan to control high blood pressure
  • High blood pressure: What you need to know
  • Shingles vaccine can prevent a painful illness
  • Take action: Join other voters to support good health care
  • Your Medicare prescription drug coverage: Parts A, B and D

Medicare Talk October | November | December 2007 MedicareTalk_July_Aug_Sept PDF

  • Your Medicare rights: What you need to know
  • Protect yourself against the flu: Adults and children should get a yearly shot
  • When seconds matter, electronic records can help
  • Did you know…? Visit your local county extension office for health and community resources

Medicare Talk July | August | September 2007 MedicareTalk_July_Aug_Sept PDF

  • Your health is in your hands
  • What tests do I need? A handy checklist to take with you to your doctor
  • Remind loved ones about preventive care

Medicare Talk April | May | June 2007 MedicareTalk_July_Aug_Sept PDF

  • Medicare and home health care: What you need to know
  • Take time for those in nursing homes
  • Did you know...A new resource that could help save your life

Medicare Talk January | February | March 2007 MedicareTalk_July_Aug_Sept PDF

  • My Health. My Medicare.
  • A shining light for Arkansans on Medicare: AFMC’s Sally Johnson celebrates 25 years
  • Family caretakers: Take care of yourself