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Official government account of the U.S. Medicare program. For more info: Authentication:

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Flex your independence with strength training to build muscle! Gradually increasing the amount of weight or number of repetitions helps build up your strength. Learn more about different exercises for strength: https://t.co/E4ry5fkLrB

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Medicare turns 61 today! Since being signed into law in 1965, Medicare has served as the cornerstone of health & security for Americans. We're celebrating with innovations like improving the online Medicare experience, increasing access to GLP-1 medications, and more. #Medicare61

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Spread the word: Medicare email updates get you info faster! From the latest updates on preventive services to savings on Medicare costs, Medicare emails. Visit https://t.co/QIAAxfSPKy and sign up for important news and updates to get started.

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#DYK #hepatitis is the leading cause of liver cancer? Talk with your doctor about your risk for hepatitis — Medicare covers screenings for hepatitis B & C. https://t.co/uWt0M9twrk #WorldHepatitisDay

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If you’re getting ready to sign up for Medicare and have a Health Savings Account (HSA), visit Medicare to find out when you should stop contributing to your HSA, and how to use it with Medicare: https://t.co/hAHCUYr6Ix

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#OTD in 1897, aviator Amelia Earhart was born. Earhart was the first female aviator to complete a solo journey across the Atlantic.

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No matter the fashion, swimming is always a stylish way to exercise! It builds endurance, which can support your heart, lungs, and blood flow. https://t.co/E4ry5fkLrB #ThrowbackThursday

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Check your Medicare Summary Notices! If you see a charge for a service or a product you don’t recognize or never got, it might be fraud. Call 1-800-MEDICARE to report it. Get more tips for preventing fraud at https://t.co/bDEiOElsuN.

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Summer is in full swing — make sure you know the signs of heat-related illness! If you’re outside and start feeling dizzy, weak, or nauseated, go inside or seek help. Learn how to stay safe in the heat: https://t.co/kUl5tFmhIh

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Happy #WorldEmojiDay! 🥳 Share your favorite exercise emoji (and get moving) - it’s good for your health! 💪💃🚴‍♂️🏊🧗‍♂️

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Your yearly Wellness visit is a conversation-based visit with your doctor to create a roadmap for your year. You can talk about family and medical history, develop a screening schedule, and create your prevention plan for the year. https://t.co/IyMQsQGsxo

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If you qualify for Extra Help, you could get assistance paying for your Medicare Part D premium, deductibles, and other costs. It could pay to see if you qualify: https://t.co/W3yhHYnEjA

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Find the right hospital for you: Visit https://t.co/38ibVX4El1. Browse and compare options based on patient survey rating, distance, and whether they offer emergency services.

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Do you know when to sign up for Medicare? Your Initial Enrollment Period typically starts 3 months before you turn 65 and ends 3 months after you turn 65, but it depends. If you don’t enroll when you’re first eligible, you may have to pay a penalty. https://t.co/HOUSR7jUbC

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#DYK today is All-American Pet Photo Day? Furry friends make great walking buddies, so if you have a four-legged pal helping you build healthy habits, we want to see them! 📸

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Take a moment for yourself: do some stretching! Regular stretching helps your joints move more easily.

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Beware of the overshare! Scammers sometimes pose as Medicare representatives on social media, over the phone, or via email to try and get your Medicare information, like your Medicare Number. Don’t share it—report scammers at https://t.co/yEi6sbcpv2.

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Don’t sleep on good rest! Catch enough zzz’s by:
• Avoiding blue light from electronics before bed 📱
• Sticking to a consistent bedtime and morning routine ☀️
• Skipping caffeine late in the day ☕️
• Exercising and eating well 🥦
Get more sleep tips: https://t.co/ybQ0udmk0p

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Balance your meals by adding colorful fruits and veggies to your plate! Eating food with a variety of colors gives your body different nutrients, which helps you stay well. https://t.co/5bHo2gbGnE

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Be proactive about your health with your yearly Wellness visit! You can have a conversation with your doctor and create a roadmap for your year in wellness. Discuss family and medical history, plan a screening schedule, and more. https://t.co/FgDcJ4J2vD