For Jason Gremley, staying healthy isn't just about avoiding illness. It's what allows him to enjoy the active lifestyle he loves, from hiking and swimming to camping and cycling.​

A recent ear infection unexpectedly disrupted that routine.​

"It was excruciating," Jason said. "I had the shakes. I had a fever. I couldn't sleep."​

The pain was unlike anything he had experienced. Concerned that something more serious might be wrong, Jason used his health coverage through Aetna, a CVS Health company, to seek care. The doctor prescribed medicated ear drops and sent the prescription to CVS Pharmacy.

Jason expected long waits, insurance questions and added stress. Instead, by the time he walked from the doctor's office to CVS Pharmacy, his prescription was already waiting for him. His insurance fully covered the medication.​

"The doctor, the pharmacy and my insurance all worked together to make it a smooth experience," he said.​

By the next day, the pain had eased.​

"CVS Health took something that could have been really complicated and simplified the whole process," Jason said.​​

More than easing his pain, the experience helped Jason get back to the healthy routine he values.​

"That ear infection took me out of my rhythm," he said. "CVS Health helped me find it again."​

For Jason, prevention starts long before illness strikes. Each month, he visits a CVS on Chicago's South Side for supplements that support his wellness goals, including magnesium, vitamin C, echinacea, elderberry and super greens. He views them as part of a holistic approach to feeling his best.​

“To me, health is wealth,” Jason said. “The goal is not to wait until something breaks. CVS Health helps me stay proactive, and that’s big for me.”​