More than 80 years ago, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) was created by and for the people of Kansas. We are committed to improving the well-being of Kansas communities through affordability, choice and accountability. Our roots run deep in Saline County. In fact, in 1942, Salina Regional Health Center (SRHC) was the first facility to contract with BCBSKS. And each of you … Continue reading Improving community health in Saline County
February is Black History Month. It’s a time we can reflect, learn and appreciate the significance Blacks and African Americans have made in our country. Our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) team worked with employees to create a Black History Month Committee to produce ideas and ways to celebrate Black History Month. This year they decided to focus on Black History in Kansas. To showcase … Continue reading Celebrating and honoring Black history in Kansas
Each year, the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation shares nearly $200,000 in Healthy Habits for Life grants to assist schools in implementing programs that promote healthy lifestyle choices to their K-12 students. This year, 119 schools were awarded grants. These school-based programs must address at least one of four criteria: reduce cardiovascular risk, increase physical activity, learn healthy eating habits, and reinforce positive mental health … Continue reading Healthy Habits for Life grants help bring new equipment, programs to local schools
June 2022 marks the 52nd celebration of Pride Month – Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) encourages the inclusion of all employees. We are recognizing Pride Month by changing our logo to the six rainbow colors that represent the LGBTQIA+ community. “The Pride logo is a testament to the LGBTQIA+ community, that BCBSKS sees and hears them and recognizes their contributions to society. … Continue reading Raising awareness, celebrating achievements of the LGBTQIA+ community
May is National Bike Month, a time to showcase the benefits of biking and encourage more people to give it a try. At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS), we know that biking has many health benefits, but it also can help address some of the drivers of health by creating more connected communities. Bicycling is more affordable than owning a car and … Continue reading National Bike Month
“You must never think of anything except the need, and how to meet it.” Our work to put Red Cross founder Clara Barton’s words into practice is constant globally, nationally and locally. Some of our Services to the Armed Forces staff have deployed to countries around Ukraine to support the emergency communications needs of U.S. troops. Relief efforts after tornadoes in Kentucky and wildfires in … Continue reading {Guest blog} March is Red Cross Month
As we celebrate our 80th anniversary serving Kansans by providing quality health insurance and outstanding service, we look forward to even greater things in the years ahead. And, we want to hear from our fellow Kansans about how we can become even better. To start the conversation, we will be embarking on an 80-day tour of our great state. The Our Home Our Heart tour … Continue reading We’re hitting the road!
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) has a long history of supporting the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence (KCSDV). While BCBSKS is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, KCSDV is also celebrating a big anniversary – 40 years of supporting domestic violence victim-survivors. They hope 2022 will be the year of call to action for communities to better aid victims – … Continue reading BCBSKS supports KCSDV, uniting communities for safety and justice
