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  • COVID-19 At-home Tests Are Covered by Your Health Plan

    January 21, 2022
    If you’ve been exposed to someone with COVID-19 or are having symptoms that worry you, taking an at-home COVID-19 test may be a good idea. And starting January 15, 2022, the cost of those tests may be covered by your Blue Cross and Blue Shield ....
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  • Where to Go for COVID-19 Testing

    January 20, 2022
    You know when you aren’t feeling well. Sore throat, achy, sick to your stomach. With the COVID-19 virus still spreading quickly, this isn't the time to “just get through it.” Getting a COVID-19 diagnostic test could help you kn...
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  • See to Your Eye Health During COVID-19

    November 23, 2021
    You may have put off getting your eyes checked because of the pandemic, but a regular eye exam is important. You can safely get an eye exam during COVID-19. When COVID-19 first started spreading across the U.S., vision specialists and centers were...
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  • I’ve Had COVID-19, Now What?

    November 16, 2021
    Whether you’ve had a mild case of COVID-19 or were sick for a long time, you may wonder what’s next. Once you’re feeling better and trying to get back to your normal routine, you may still have health questions. Here are some ...
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  • What You Should Know About the COVID-19 Vaccines

    January 26, 2021
    COVID-19 vaccines are here, and it’s vital to helping fight the spreading pandemic. The sooner we get a large part of the public immune to the virus, the sooner we can return to normal life with family and friends like school, work, holiday get...
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  • Keep Health Issues in Check with Virtual Visits

    January 20, 2021
    Does your health plan offer virtual visits with doctors in your health plan’s network? Now is a good time to check. It may be just what you need to stay on top of your health while avoiding the health risks of COVID-19. With concerns about kee...
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  • Tips for Safe Voting During COVID-19

    October 20, 2020
    It’s time to vote in the U.S. The lines at the polls are long, and that means the wait may be long, too. Because your risk of getting COVID-19 increases when you’re around a lot of people, you’ll need to make some plans to stay safe...
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  • Wanting to Skip the Holidays? Make New Traditions Instead

    October 5, 2020
    Nothing feels the same in 2020. Not work. Not school. Not vacations. And chances are, for most people the holidays will be different this year, too. And much like the weather, subject to change at any minute. Feel like everything right now is beyond...
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  • Get Creative to Celebrate Halloween Safely

    October 1, 2020
    Halloween may come with a nasty trick this year: No old-fashioned trick or treating. That’s because door-to-door trick-or-treating is a “high risk” activity for spreading the COVID-19 virus, says the Centers for Disease Control and ...
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  • Create Your Own COVID-19 Care Plan

    August 4, 2020
    Do your family or close friends know what they need to help you get the best care if you get sick? Many think of care plans as tools only for the elderly or for those with dementia. Think again. The global COVID-19 pandemic shows no stopping anytime...
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  • Seniors Can Find New Ways to Connect During COVID-19

    August 4, 2020
    Social distancing doesn’t have to mean social isolation. Loneliness can be bad for your health. And it’s especially hard on senior citizens now. Older adults may be feeling particularly isolated during the COVID-19 pandemic, says a Silve...
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  • Get Your Affairs in Order Before You Get Sick

    July 23, 2020
    No one wants to think about getting sick or dying. But a little planning can give you peace of mind. And it will make it easier on you and your loved ones if it does happen. COVID-19 can hit hard on people of any age, including people who are health...
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  • COVID-19: Safety Starts With You

    July 1, 2020
    Whether you’re heading back to the office or just heading out for dinner with friends, it’s normal to worry about exposure to the COVID-19 virus. As more people venture out, you’ll need to think about what you can do to stay safe. ...
    • 5397 Views

  • Dental Care During COVID-19: What You Need to Know

    June 26, 2020
    Many dental offices in the U.S. closed or cut back to only emergency care as the COVID-19 pandemic hit. They’ve used that time to put safety measures in place to resume regular visits. But as offices are re-opening, you may still wonder if it&...
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  • Self-Care is Essential for Essential Workers During COVID-19

    June 17, 2020
    If you’re an essential worker, it’s also essential to take good care of your health. So, while you’re keeping your company or community going, be extra careful to protect yourself. During the COVID-19 pandemic, that means guarding ...
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