Talking with your doctor–3 tips for seniors that can help!

Clear communication – it's vital to helping you make the most of your doctor's visit. Here are some tips you can use: Make a list of your health concerns and put the most important ones at the top.    Write down a list of all of your current medications, vitamins, and supplements with the dosage information. Don't forget to bring your glasses and/or hearing aids! Want more good ideas?  Get your FREE copy of Talking with Your Doctor, from the National Institute on Aging (NIA). Do you work with older adults? Download NIA's FREE Talking With Your Doctor Presentation Toolkit. This 45-minute, interactive program has everything you need to teach seniors how to prepare for a doctor's appointment, make collaborative decisions about care, and remember what was discussed after the visit. The slide show and speaker's guide are easy to use—no special training required!     Use this message to help spread the word about the importance of clear doctor-patient communication on social media: #Seniors—take an active role in your #health! Get tips on making the most of a visit to the #doctor— http://1.usa.gov/1c0gwdc   STAY CONNECTED          SUBSCRIBER SERVICES Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe All | Subscription Help | Contact Us This email was sent to rssproject471@gmail.com using GovDelivery, on behalf of: National Institute on Aging · 31 Center Drive, MSC 2292 · Bethesda, MD · 20892 · 800-222-2225

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