If you’ve ever carried a package down a hallway, you know the feeling. At first, the load might seem relatively light. But haul it for too long, and it may eventually feel too heavy. There’s a similar effect of extra body weight on the risk for colorectal cancer, a new study finds. The results show the more years you spend with a higher body mass … Continue reading Carrying more weight longer increases colorectal cancer risk
Did you know you have access to a text-based health coaching program with your Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas health plan? Strive Text delivers a blend of evidence based clinical guidelines and proven behavioral science through an interactive and engaging text messaging experience designed to help members build healthy habits for life. Text-based health coaching is available through the Strive wellness platform. All … Continue reading Science-based approach helps members improve health outcomes
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. Prepared Through Planning Being successful often requires goal setting and achievement. However, in order to be successful in your career as well as your personal life, you have to do more than simply create goals. You have to have … Continue reading Goal setting for success
Resilience doesn’t remove pain and suffering from your life. But it can boost your ability to handle challenges that come your way — and research shows that resilient people tend to be healthier. Luckily, there are steps you can take to improve your ability to weather life’s storms. The power of persistence Resilience, the ability to persevere and adapt in times of adversity, can have … Continue reading Building resilience may lead to better health
If you or a loved one is suffering from anxiety or depression, you’ll want to watch this webinar. When you watch, you’ll learn about: Continue reading Depression, Let’s Talk
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
