Good for you, and your wallet
By Jacquelyne Froeber
Dip into our smart batch of strategies to stay happy and healthy (at no cost!).
Borrow (don’t buy) your next fitness DVD
Join the local library—for the workout DVDs. Most libraries have a big selection, the perfect antidote to a boring (and pricey) gym routine. And because the key to sticking with exercise is to keep it interesting, you can switch it up (cheaply) as often as you want.
Free stop-smoking help
If you’re trying to stop smoking, there are many low-cost or free ways to get help. If you’re a New York resident, you can call theNew York State Smokers’ Quitlineat 800-784-8669 to get a free 2-week starter kit of nicotine patches or gum, plus coaching and support.
There are many other resourcesand quitlines, such as 1-800-QUIT-NOW if you don’t live in New York.
Quitting will not only save you money but also lower your risks for heart disease and cancer.
Get a free skin checkup
The Skin Cancer Foundation provides free full-body skin cancer screenings conducted by local dermatologists during its annual Road to Healthy Skin Tour. CheckSkinCancer.org for availability in your area.
Download a free health calendar
Get a free calendar from the National Women’s Health Information Center. It lists recommended health tests, reveals surprising symptoms of serious health conditions, and offers important advice on how to read drug labels and get a second opinion.
Surf for deals
FreakyFreddies.com andFreemania.net have free-by-mail samples and coupons for items like hand sanitizer, bandages, deodorant, tampons, and toothpaste. Ebates.com gives cash back for purchases at stores like Drugstore.com, Bath & BodyWorks, DERMAdoctor.com, GNC, Kiehl’s, Nutrisystem, and many more. CouponCraze.com has discounts for anti-allergy bedding, humidifiers, and dehumidifiers. AndRetailMeNot.com features coupons for contact lenses and supplements.
Source: Stretch Your Healthcare Dollar - The Ways to Get Healthier for Free
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