Get Preventive Care
Preventive services are covered by most health insurance plans and are an important tool to ensure concerns are caught and cared for early on. Understanding what services are available to you and your loved ones is the first step to living a long, healthy life.
FAQs for Get Preventive Care
How do I know what preventive services are available to me?
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The flyers linked below explain what preventive screenings and care are available to you and your family at no cost under most health insurance plans. Your doctor or other healthcare provider can also answer questions about which services are available and most beneficial to you.
Am I required to use these services?
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No, these services aren’t mandatory for anyone to use, but they can help catch certain health issues early to ensure you receive the right care to live a long and happy life.
Are there other ways to be proactive about my health?
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Yes! In addition to these preventive services, our Put Your Health First infographic (PDF) outlines other things that can help you and your family live a long and happy life.
Put Your Health First Tabloid — English (PDF)
This infographic can help guide you through what preventive services are and steps to take to care for your physical and mental health.
- Available in 8 languages
Adult Preventive Services Flyer — English (PDF)
Preventive services can help you live a long and healthy life. Learn more about what’s available at no cost under most health coverage.
- Available in 9 languages
Women Preventive Services Flyer — English (PDF)
Did you know that annual well woman visits, cancer and STD screenings, and other screenings and support are available to women at no cost under most health coverage? This flyer shows which services women can access to put their health first.
- Available in 9 languages
Men Preventive Services Flyer — English (PDF)
Wondering which preventive screenings and counseling are available to men at no cost under most health coverage? This infographic explains.
- Available in 9 languages
College Students Preventive Services Flyer — English (PDF)
Discover what services are available at no cost under most health coverage for college students at student health centers.
Teens Preventive Services Flyer — English (PDF)
Set your teen up for a healthy adult life by taking advantage of the preventive services and screenings available at no cost under most health coverage.
- Available in 9 languages
Children Preventive Services Flyer — English (PDF)
Annual vision screenings, oral health assessments, immunizations, and more can help set your child up for a successful, healthy school year.
- Available in 9 languages
Infants Preventive Services Flyer — English (PDF)
Take advantage of the preventive care, screenings, and immunizations to ensure your infant is healthy and happy.
- Available in 9 languages
MyHealthfinder Tool
Use the HHS MyHealthfinder tool for personalized recommendations on clinical preventive services based on age, sex, and pregnancy status. The Affordable Care Act requires most insurance plans to cover these services without cost-sharing. To include MyHealthfinder on your website, visit the Health Widgets & Badges page on health.gov.
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