Better health literacy means better preventive care

Did you know that understanding health information better can help us lead healthier lives? As a Population Health Specialist at Independence Blue Cross (IBX), I see every day how much knowing more about our health really matters. One important way it helps is by motivating more people to keep up with their preventive care, like getting screenings, annual checkups, and vaccinations.

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