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At Optum, we want you to live your healthiest life. We offer the right care to help you stay healthier and save money, plus a wealth of resources to keep you on track with your well-being.

Start living healthier today

It's never too late to take charge of your health. Good health habits make a difference, even to seniors who are prone to illness or have not made their health a priority in the past. Check out our 8 simple tips and see which ones are most helpful for you and your health journey.

Maintain your health at any age with our 8 simple tips

Find out what you can do now to take control of your health.

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1. Exercise

If you can, move your body every day. Even a 30-minute walk, 3 days a week, reduces the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. 

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2. Eat and drink well

To maintain a healthy weight, drink 8–13 cups (2–3 liters) of water a day and avoid alcohol and sugary drinks.

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3. Sleep well

Try to get at least 7 hours of sleep a night. Going to sleep at the same time every day makes it easier. 

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4. Stay mentally active

Stay sharp by learning new skills or enjoying a daily crossword puzzle. Spend time with friends and family and join community activities. 

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5. Quit smoking

If you smoke, quitting is the best thing you can do. It lowers your risk of cancer and heart and lung disease. Talk to a doctor if you need help.

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6. See your doctor regularly

See your primary care doctor often for checkups and screenings. Your doctor can help with medications, diet and getting extra assistance.

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7. Be pill smart

Medicine works best when you take it correctly. Plan ahead so you never run out. Your doctor can help renew or add medications.

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8. Prevent problems before they start

Make sure to get the shots and screenings you need. Ask your doctor what’s best for you and check out the care guide to learn more. 

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Make an appointment for a preventive screening today

Seeing a doctor regularly is good for your health. Regular exams and screenings help catch problems early. This is very important for older adults.

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As an Optum patient, you get care focused on you and your unique health needs.

Discover the power of personalized care and live your best life

Laurie struggled with her weight. After having surgery to help, she experienced other serious health problems. Her Optum doctor took the time to listen and developed a personalized care plan to address her health needs.

Thanks to her personal care plan:

  • Laurie is now pain-free
  • She is eating healthy foods again
  • Her doctor was able to reduce her medications
  • She now has the energy to do the things she loves
Read her story

Helpful patient resources

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Care guide

Our guide to a better health journey

Our new and improved 2024 care guide can help you set health goals, learn more about Annual Wellness Visits and create a personalized care plan.

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Patient information

Know where to go for care

Learn about primary care, virtual care and hospital visits.

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Hear from Optum patients and their care team

Our patients share stories of overcoming long-term health problems with the help of their care teams to live healthier, happier lives. Read Laurie's full story.

I finally found someone who’s going to help me. I couldn’t believe someone actually cared about me. He wanted to listen to my story and understand.

Laurie, a Medicare Advantage Optum patient

Personalized care means getting to know somebody. Knowing their ‘walk’ in life, and everything that impacts their health care and all their challenges.

Dr. Neil Gokal, an Optum doctor 

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