March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer is cancer that starts in the colon or the rectum. It is the third most common cancer in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. [...]
Starting March 31, 2024, Blue Cross will cover an annual mental health wellness exam. This exam may be conducted as part of the annual preventive visit with a primary care provider (PCP), or as a [...]
February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Americans, with approximately 1 in 5 deaths related to heart disease. Heart disease is an umbrella term for a variety of [...]
Have you checked out ahealthyme from Blue Cross Blue Shield? ahealthyme is the newly updated, easy-to-use, digital personal wellness program from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts that helps you create healthy habits that stick. [...]
It’s the New Year, so time for some New Year’s resolutions. According to the American Heart Association, making a couple of small changes and sticking to them is easier to achieve than making several [...]
The holiday season is upon us. For many, it can mean parties, food, togetherness, and presents. But others may find the season stress-inducing. Whether you are missing an important person from your life, dealing with [...]
Diabetes occurs when blood sugar (glucose) is too high. It affects over 37 million Americans, and the incidence increases as the population ages and people become heavier. Type 2 diabetes is the most common [...]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. One in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer is the most common cancer detected in women, other than skin cancer. Screening and [...]
Back to school can be an exciting time, reconnecting with old friends, making new friends, extracurricular activities, and of course, learning new skills. But it can also bring up challenges for young people and their [...]
Everyone’s lives are busy. Work, kids, family commitments, and many other things keep us from spending time with friends. The pandemic and social distancing also put a dent in people’s ability to socialize and maintain [...]
