Dow Family Health

Personal Health Care Management

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The following information is provided to help Dow families work more effectively with the U.S. health care system. If any of the information contradicts advice from your personal or Dow physician, contact your physician first before making any changes to your care.

Dow Self-care Resources
Family Health Journal (388KB PDF)

Rx Wise Medication Safety Checking Tool - A new computer-based tool 
Rx Wise is available to help you check the safety of your medications—including prescription, over-the-counter and herbals and can help you avoid adverse drug reactions. This updatable tool is available to Dow employees and retirees through the Internet. For more information or to order your personal Rx Wise tool, visit the Internet at www.rxwise.com (use coupon code DOW101380 to receive your Dow discount).

Positive Action Booklets
Making Effective Personal Health Care Decisions (246KB PDF)

Taking Charge of Your Health Risks (350KB PDF)

Making Wise Use of Medications (290KB PDF)

Managing Your Chronic Illness (562KB PDF)

Developing an Effective Provider-Patient Partnership (210KB PDF)

Optimizing Your Mental Health (343KB PDF)

Related Links
Centers for Disease Control Hoax Information
Reference this page concerning health-related hoaxes and rumors and get the facts.

Mayo Clinic First Aid Guide
The information you need, when a medical emergency occurs.

Talking About Medicare and Health Coverage
The answers to basic questions about Medicare eligibility and coverage, supplemental insurance options, the Medicare Advantage program, and long-term care issues.

Medicare prescription drug coverage is headline news around the country! For the first time ever, everyone with Medicare will have access to prescription drug coverage. What does this mean to Dow and UCC retirees with Medicare?