When You Do, and Don't, Need Pre-Op Tests
Doctors often order medical tests for patients before surgery. These are called pre-operative or “pre-op” tests. They include chest X-rays, blood…
Welcome to the Union Plus collaboration with Consumer Reports
Union Plus is brought to you by Union Privilege, established by the AFL-CIO in 1986 to deliver Union Plus consumer benefit programs…
Recent Additions to Consumer Health Choices
We’re always expanding our campaigns. Here are the latest updates to our catalog.
As of June 30, 2022
From the Choosing Wisely campaign
Treating Heartburn and GERD (AGA)
Spanish
Colonoscopy…
NSAIDs
Campaign Series: Best Buy Drugs
Medical Category: Drugs
Article Type: Price Guide
Language: English, Spanish
Format: PDF, Video
Most recent update: 08/09/2022
The nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are the most frequently used medicines to treat…
Welcome to the Choosing Wisely Implementation Guide
Here's all you need to know to launch your own consumer-facing Choosing Wisely campaign.
Whether you're talking with your neighbors, co-workers, patients, employees…
In Depth
We have brought together reports from Consumer Reports magazine, Choosing Wisely brochures, our video portfolio and other resources to provide a thorough review of each topic.
Each of these…
Asking Better Questions Leads to Smarter Healthcare Choices
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Welcome
Choosing Wisely is a national campaign to help…
Welcome
Connecticut Choosing Wisely Collaborative (CCWC) is a diverse multi-stakeholder group that is committed to the widespread adoption of Choosing Wisely in Connecticut.
The Choosing Wisely campaign is a national initiative…
Taking Care of Your Child
There are many medical tests, treatments and procedures out there now for kids and teenagers. But which ones are right for your child, and…
5 Ways to Celebrate a Birthday
April 4, 2022 By David
The Choosing Wisely campaign turns 5 today, and we’re doing all we can to celebrate smart conversations between patients and providers:
1.…
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