Tuesday Jun 02, 2026
Save Money, Stay Healthy
Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky
Guest: Leslie Frame, MS Extension Specialist for Family and Consumer Sciences and EXCITE Health Agent
Season 8 | Episode 51
In this episode to MoneyWi$e on Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley talks with Leslie Frame, Extension Specialist and EXCITE health agent, about simple strategies to get the most from medical visits, avoid surprise medical bills, and protect your health and budget. They explain the EXCITE program and why vaccine confidence and health literacy matter.
Learn five practical steps for doctor appointments—what to bring (ID, insurance, assistive devices), how to prepare a two-minute health history, the importance of repeating back instructions, handling forms and tech, and tracking medications (including OTCs and supplements). The episode also covers vaccinations, when to consult your clinician, and useful resources like KYIR and VaccineFinder.org to locate records and vaccine sites.
Short, actionable, and budget-focused, this episode helps you be a better health advocate, make informed choices, and save money through preventive care and clear communication.
For more information about this topic and other MoneyWi$e topics, visit:
Kentucky Immunization Registry
Connect with FCS Extension through any of the links below for more information about any of the topics discussed on Talking FACS.
UK FCS Extension
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