Health and Healthcare

Healthcare.gov 
This site directs you, based on your state of residence, to purchase insurance through either the appropriate state or federal health insurance marketplace.

CDC Healthy Living site 
The Centers for Disease Control's (CDC's) healthy living site covers specific health conditions, health at different life stages, and health considerations for specific populations.

Medicare home page 
Medicare is a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over who have paid into the system through payroll taxes on their wages. In order to receive benefits, you need to enroll. This page, getting started with Medicare, gives more information about setting up Medicare.

Medline Plus provides accurate, up-to-date medical information; search or browse topics of interest, including medical conditions, medications, supplements and more.

Iowa's Medicaid program provides healthcare based on income; online application is available.

Healthfinder provides information from reputable websources through the US Department of Health and Human Services; information is available in English and Spanish.