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01/11/2022

The Omicron variant spreads more easily than the original virus that causes COVID-19. Here are 3 things you can do to help protect yourself and others:

1. Get the COVID-19 vaccine, if you haven't already. Vaccines are the best tool to protect us from COVID-19. They slow the transmission of the virus, and provide strong protection against severe illness and hospitalization.

2. Get the booster when you're fully eligible. Everyone 18 years and older should get a booster shot 2 months after their Johnson & Johnson vaccine, or 5 months after completing their primary COVID-19 vaccination series of Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna. Adolescents and teens ages 12 to 17 should also get a booster of Pfizer-BioNTech 5 months after their primary series.

3. Continue wearing a mask in indoor public places in areas of high or substantial community transmission.

08/12/2021

If you've already gotten your COVID-19 vaccine — that's great! With 80% of people 65 and older fully vaccinated, older adults are leading the charge in getting their COVID-19 vaccination. Now it's time for your friends and loved ones to get their vaccine, if they haven't already. And with the Delta variant spreading across the country, this is more urgent than ever.

Everyone age 12 and older is eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine at no cost. Remember, if you or a loved one are unvaccinated, you're at higher risk of getting seriously ill from the virus.

COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, and they're the way to get back to the things we love with the people we love. Encourage your loved ones to join the millions of others who are getting the COVID-19 vaccine for themselves, their families, their communities, and so much more.

07/22/2021

Getting the COVID-19 vaccine is more important than ever. The Delta variant, a new variant of the virus now in the U.S., is more easily spread and can cause severe disease.

If you're fully vaccinated, that's great. The COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective against this variant. But if you're unvaccinated, you're at risk.

The more a virus spreads, the more it mutates, and the more variants can emerge. Help stop the spread of Delta and other COVID-19 variants by getting vaccinated as soon as you can.

06/16/2021

Getting older doesn't mean having to give up activities you enjoy. According to the CDC, you can prevent many common injuries by taking simple steps, so you can stay healthy and independent longer.

Here's how to age without injury:

Talk with your doctor about fall prevention, and health conditions like osteoporosis or hypotension (low blood pressure) that can increase your risk of falling. Medicare covers bone mass measurement, the best way to know if you have (or are at risk for) osteoporosis, if you meet certain conditions.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist to review the medicines you take. Some medicines may make you dizzy or sleepy, which can increase your risk of injury.
Stay active. Do exercises to strengthen your legs and improve your balance.

05/05/2021

After you get your COVID-19 vaccine, keep your vaccination card safe — scammers are using the COVID-19 pandemic to try to steal your personal information.

Don't share a photo of your COVID-19 vaccination card online or on social media. Scammers can use content you post, like your date of birth, health care details, or other personal information to steal your identity.

You should get a COVID-19 vaccination card at your first vaccine appointment. If you didn't, contact the provider site where you got vaccinated or your state health department to find out how to get a card.

If someone contacts you to buy or sell a vaccination card, it's a scam.

03/10/2021

Older adults are at a higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19, so if you're 65 or older, it's especially important for you to get the COVID-19 vaccine. The current authorized and recommended COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective in preventing severe illness from COVID-19. Each state has its own plan for how and when residents can get vaccines.
Bring your red, white, and blue Medicare card or Medicare Number when you go to get your vaccine, so your health care provider or pharmacy can bill Medicare. Medicare covers the COVID-19 vaccine, so there's no cost to you.
You might need a second shot 3 or 4 weeks after your first shot, depending on the kind of COVID-19 vaccine you get.

Remember, even after you're fully vaccinated, it's important to keep taking precautions in public places.

12/23/2020

COVID-19 vaccines manufactured by Pfizer and Moderna have been approved by the FDA. There will initially be a limited supply of the vaccine. Initial doses of the vaccine will be made available to priority groups, such as:

Health care personnel
Residents of long-term care facilities, like nursing homes

Pharmaceutical manufacturers are now working to distribute the vaccine to federally- and state-approved locations to start the vaccination of priority groups. State governments will handle the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. Look for updates from your state or governor as more doses of the vaccine become available for additional priority groups.

While you're waiting for a COVID-19 vaccine, continue to follow CDC's tips on protecting yourself and others — including social distancing, frequent hand-washing, wearing a mask, and limiting gatherings.

Remember: Medicare covers the COVID-19 vaccine, so there will be no cost to you when it becomes available.

11/06/2020

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10/06/2020

Getting a flu shot is an essential part of protecting your health and your family's health this year. Reducing the spread of illnesses like the flu is more important than ever.

Remember, the flu shot is covered for people with Medicare from providers that accept Medicare or your Medicare plan. You can safely get a flu shot at multiple locations, like at your doctor's office or pharmacy.

09/17/2020

Now more than ever, we all need to do our part to prevent the spread of illnesses. The best way to protect yourself from getting the flu and keep you from spreading it to others is to get vaccinated.

Once per flu season, flu shots are covered for people with Medicare, when you get it from your doctor, pharmacy, or other health care provider that accepts Medicare or your Medicare plan.

08/12/2020

It's important to keep taking your medications as prescribed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some tips to help you protect yourself from COVID-19 when getting your prescriptions:

- If possible, call in prescription orders ahead of time.
- Use drive-thru windows, curbside services, mail-order, or other delivery services.
- Try to make one trip, picking up all medicine at the same time.
- If you go into the pharmacy, remember to wear a face covering and maintain social distance.

During this time, you may also want to contact your Medicare prescription drug plan to see if they've temporarily waived certain requirements to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 — like waiving prescription refill limits or relaxing restrictions on home delivery or mail delivery of prescription drugs. You can also ask your Medicare drug plan about extended-day supplies.

07/15/2020

While everyone is at risk for getting COVID-19 if they're exposed to the virus, people of any age with certain medical conditions — like heart disease, diabetes, or COPD — are more likely to get severely ill from COVID-19.
If you or a loved one are at an increased risk, take these steps to help protect yourself:

Continue your medicines and treatment plans as directed by your healthcare provider. Ask your Medicare drug plan about extended-day supplies.
Call your healthcare provider if you have any concerns or feel sick. Don't delay getting emergency care for your medical condition because of COVID-19.
If you must go out in public, stay safe by wearing a face covering and maintaining social distance.

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