To help address two of the largest ongoing health issues facing Americans today — smoking and type 2 diabetes — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) has teamed up with Carrot Inc. and Virta Health to offer members disease reversal solutions through comprehensive virtual care …
Over the years, finding easier and more effective ways to identify appropriate treatments for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients has been a major focus for liquid biopsy developers. After more than two years of diagnostic evaluation, Biocept’s Target Selector liquid biopsy assay was approved by health insurance carrier, Highmark. …
Food insecurity is one of the most pervasive unmet social needs facing communities today and has been a major focus for health insurance carrier Anthem, especially now due to the pandemic’s exacerbation of the issue. Because of Anthem’s deep roots across the communities they serve, the carrier has been able …
Grab your cape and mask because it is time for Child Guidance Resource Centers’ 8th Annual One Stride at a Time Superhero Run for Prevention and Wellness Fair! This year the event will take place virtually and offers families prevention skills, builds awareness of substance abuse and shares resources. The …
As schools across the nation open, the health and safety of students and staff remains a top priority amid the current pandemic. With that said, schools have been experiencing a large shortage in personal protective equipment (PPE) and cleaning products. Therefore, health insurance company, Highmark, has decided to launch a …
Aetna, a CVS Health company, recently announced the launch of the Attain Games — a virtual event that includes a series of healthy activities created by high caliber U.S. athletes to help Attain by Aetna members achieve their health goals while focusing on at-home wellness. The Attain app provides Aetna …
In efforts to expand access to healthcare and support communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, UnitedHealth Group (UHG) has donated $1,250,000 to East Carolina University’s Brody School of Medicine. The funding funnels into telepsychiatry services intended to better address the mental health needs of new mothers and expectants; as well …
To help improve the health and lifestyle of people living with type 2 diabetes, UnitedHealth Group has launched an innovative new digital therapy, which combines wearable technology and customized personal support — it’s known as Level2. Level2 is an all-new, personalized care experience that grants eligible participants real-time insights surrounding …
COVID-19 has contributed to a record number of layoffs and scarcity of resources. In light of today’s circumstances, the need to come together is more palpable than ever. CVS Health and Unite Us have launched a digital social care network in Central West Virginia. The network provides essential services …
Together, the New York Life Foundation and the Cigna Foundation have partnered with E4E Relief to establish the Brave of Heart Fund. The fund has been put into place to provide charitable grants to eligible family members of frontline workers and volunteers who have lost their lives to the coronavirus …
With a large majority of summer camps and programs shut down due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, working parents are looking for new ways to keep their children active, healthy and occupied. According to data from the American Psychological Association (APA), 60% of parents have stated “they have no idea …
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Highmark Health Plan has taken multiple measures to keep employees and communities safe. Through coverage expansions, increased access to care, virtual support and continually providing resources to members, Highmark persists to be there for all in these trying times. Â A new initiative recently …
Businesses around the world have been severely impacted due to the coronavirus pandemic. In response, health insurance carriers have stepped up in an effort to lessen the blow of the impact. In addition to businesses being forced to downsize their employee population, adjust work schedules, and account for lost revenue, maintaining …
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak and the detrimental impact it has had and continues to have on nursing and personal care homes, Pennsylvania will give $175 million to health systems across the state. A plan to outsource testing and infection control was proposed by former House Speaker Mike Turzai, …
Children’s mental health is essential and a critical part of healthy communities. This year has been especially challenging and the mental health impact of anxiety, stress, loss, and pain are huge — especially for young people and families. Child Guidance Resource Centers provides 9,600 children and families in Southeastern Pennsylvania …
