[header] How to cut health costs [title] Use preventative care. [step] With the induction of the affordable care act, health care plans must offer some types of preventative care free of charge. This includes cancer screenings, wellness checkups for women and children, and immunizations. 
These preventative methods can help you cut down on larger, and more expensive health problems later down the road. [substeps] If you aren't sure which preventative care your insurance provides, visit your provider's website.