This October, during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) is celebrating 20 years of the Shield Against Violent Environments (SAVE) program. BCBSKS is committed … Continue reading 20 years of support for domestic violence survivors
Influenza, also known as the flu, is a viral infection most seen during winter months. Typical flu symptoms are fever, chills, cough, body aches and fatigue that begin abruptly. My … Continue reading The Doctor’s Note: Get your flu shot this year
From arugula to spinach, leafy greens in your diet boost your health. But there’s another way to add more plant power to your life: bring them off the plate and … Continue reading Adopt a plant, calm your mind
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas partners with New Directions to make sure our members and employees have access to the behavioral health resources they need. You could save a life. … Continue reading {Guest blog} Join us to #StopSuicide
Proper stretching helps you strengthen your muscles and increase your flexibility. And post-workout stretching can help reduce the buildup of lactic acid, which can lead to muscle cramps and stiffness. … Continue reading Walking 101: cool-down stretches
Anxiety is the most common mental-health disorder in the United States, affecting nearly one-third of both adolescents and adults. According to new research, millennials have become the most anxious generation … Continue reading {Video} Diagnosing and treating anxiety
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas partners with New Directions to provide behavioral health screenings, resources and support to our members. Over the past year and a half, we’ve … Continue reading {Guest post} Plan for unexpected emergencies at home
As we head into peak sunscreen season, it’s a good time to review how to best protect our skin from the dangers of sun exposure. We know we need sunscreen, … Continue reading Keeping your skin safe from summer rays
