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Learn how to find engaging and helpful content throughout this site, including the personal photos and stories that make up our Online Community. 

Tools

BMI Calculator

Think you're overweight? Find out by using this body mass index (BMI) calculator.

Medicare Interactive Tool

This tool will guide you through the Medicare process.

Activity Calculator

See how many calories you burn going through your daily routine.

Benefits QuickLINK

Find out which public or private benefits are available for older adults and families with children.

AARP Programs

Step Up to Better Health

A step-counting program designed to increase your physical activity.

Get Fit on Route 66

An activity adventure tracing the route of the famous highway.

Divided We Fail

Ensure affordable, quality health care for all.

Voices

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Are Soy Foods Good for Me?

By Andrew Weil, M.D.

"Dr. Debunker" weighs in on the benefits of certain kinds of soy foods.

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Easy Rider

By Gabi Redford

AARP The Magazine's fitness editor tells you what to look for when buying a bike.

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Spring Fitness Tips

By Martina Navratilova

AARP's Health and Fitness Ambassador shares seven tips for getting fit this spring.

By Dan Buettner

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A remarkable group of centenarians in Costa Rica share their secrets for long, healthy lives.

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Take Care of Your Skin

By Leslie Baumann, M.D.

Try this three-step plan to ease wrinkles and, yes, adult acne.

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The Candidates on Health Care

From Inside E Street

Voters agree: Health care is a top concern. Listen to each candidate's perspective on health policy on "Inside E Street."

From the Online Community

Group: Featured Group

Group: Cancer and Anxiety Support
Meet cancer survivors and encourage those going through treatments.
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Group: Rheumatoid Arthritis

Group: Rheumatoid Arthritis
Meet and support others living with RA.
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From Sit-In to Suing for Health Coverage

By Michelle Diament

A Tennessee man is suing to have his state-run health coverage restored.

Study: Medical Care System not Ready for Aging Boomers

By Randolph E. Schmid

Millions of baby boomers are about to enter a health care system for seniors that not only isn't ready for them, but may even discourage them from getting quality care.

Coupons for Prescription Drugs

By Barbara Basler

You may be able to save money on your prescription medications by using coupons offered by two Web sites.

Dirty Hospitals

By Katharine Greider

Some two million patients get hospital-acquired infections every year. Are you at risk?

Condition Guides