Wednesday, 25 April 2007
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Launch National Health Campaign
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human services are set to launch a nationwide campaign to promote senior health.
Called A Healthier US Starts Here, the national initiative will tour the country this spring and summer, hitting all 48 states in the continental U.S. The campaign will help educate senior citizens about the preventive care services that Medicare provides.
“Preventive health care can help people live healthier lives and can help reduce costs associated with treating chronic disease,” said of Health and Human Services Secretary, Mike Leavitt.
It will focus on disease prevention, awareness, and healthy living.
“From Seattle to Miami and Boston to San Diego, A Healthier US Starts Here will enlist the support of local organizations to help Medicare beneficiaries and all Americans learn how to live longer, healthier, and happier lives,” added Leavitt.
“Many beneficiaries are unaware that Medicare covers preventive screenings and other benefits, sometimes at no cost. New demands will be placed on the Medicare system as vast numbers of baby boomers begin reaching Medicare eligibility.” said CMS Administrator Leslie V. Norwalk.
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