There is nothing more important than your health and wellness as well as that of your family. But it can be difficult to navigate complicated medical conditions or wellness goals on your own. That’s why Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers support from our team of nurses at no additional cost. Nurses in the disease and wellness management program talk with members over … Continue reading One-on-one support from Blue Cross nurses
When you or someone you love is sick or injured, where do you go for care? Your doctor’s office? The urgent care clinic? Or the emergency room? Sometimes, it’s hard to know what’s best. Here is a breakdown of your options. Your personal doctor should be your first call in most non-emergency situations. Your doctor knows you and your health history, including what … Continue reading Know where to go when you need care
Over the past few years, expenses have been adding up for the American consumer. Inflation adds yet another level of stress. In 2023, 60% of workers report they are living paycheck to paycheck. Healthcare costs are a top financial worry, with more than half of U.S. adults reporting they have difficulty affording the costs of care. Even those who are covered by health insurance feel … Continue reading Five simple ways to lower your healthcare costs
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas partners with Lucet to make sure our members and employees have access to the behavioral health resources they need. How someone reacts to trauma depends on a number of things. These include the person’s age, personality, and any exposure to trauma in the past. Any person, of any age, can develop PTSD after a traumatizing event. The following … Continue reading Posttraumatic Stress Disorder – steps toward healing
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas partners with Lucet to provide behavioral health screenings, resources and support to our members and employees. Good mental health is just as important as good physical health. Whatever happens in your life, make your mental health a priority. You’ll feel good and deal with stress better. These ideas can keep your spirits up: Keep this list handy and … Continue reading Boosting your mental health
It’s time to break out your walking shoes and spend some quality time outside! Every spring my wife and I look forward to resuming our weekend strolls along the Arkansas River. It’s a great way to enjoy fresh air and view the downtown Wichita area from a different perspective. I also encourage my work family at United Way of the Plains to get outside and … Continue reading {Guest blog} National Walk @ Lunch Day
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas partners with Lucet to provide behavioral health screenings, resources and support to our members and employees. When you and your healthcare provider communicate well regarding health and personal issues, your health benefits. When problems arise because you and your healthcare provider are out of step, the result can be costly. Steps to take: Consider your relationship with your … Continue reading How to communicate with your healthcare provider
If you’ve ever created a family tree, you know that your family is made up of people with all kinds of backgrounds. (Who knew that great-uncle Roger was a magician?) But that’s just one type of familial history. It’s even more important to learn your family health history, as it can help you understand what to expect from your own health. Why is it important … Continue reading The importance of your family medical history and how to find it
