Q Ask for the cost of the care you are having done.

Q Are alternative treatments available?

Q Ask for a second opinion.

Q Take notes when you are at the doctor or other care giver.

Q If you have a prescription, get the name of it and the dose and write it down, check it against what you get filled to make sure it is right.

Q You shop for clothes, cars and homes, lets start shopping for medical services and prescriptions.

Q Find health providers who will tell you the costs of the procedures and treatment up front.

Q Determine what fund(s) you are going to use for payment.

Q Be honest with your health care provider.  Tell them the whole story.

Q Do a little exercise everyday.

Q Eat a healthy diet

Q Get a yearly check-up.