Get the facts about COVID-19 vaccines: five rumors debunked
Get the COVID vaccine when your turn comes up. It’s effective, safe, and our best chance to beat COVID-19.
3 min read | Coronavirus
Take advantage of these 3 unexpected health insurance benefits
Blue Cross NC health insurance policies include benefits such as free 24/7 telehealth services and resources to help you learn about your prescription medicines.
“A friendly face makes such a difference in my quiet days”
Eighty-four-year-old Charles has been homebound and isolated since the pandemic hit in March. But Meals on Wheels has been a bright spot in a difficult time, bringing Charles meals and a friend to talk to.
2 min read | Coronavirus, Community Health
5 ‘must-do’ North Carolina hikes for 2021
Hiking expert Joe Miller of Get Going NC shares his top five "must do" hikes for 2021. Check them off your bucket list, and let us know how they support your mental and physical health!
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Explore NC, Fitness
Supporting our Seniors Amid COVID-19
In the midst of COVID-19, many North Carolina seniors are facing social isolation and food insecurity. We partner with Meals on Wheels to deliver meals and smiles.
4 min read | Community Health, Community Partners, Investments, Public Health Challenges
Top 5 Misconceptions About Type 2 Diabetes Reversal
Despite the myth that type 2 diabetes is a life-long disease with little hope for recovery, reversal is possible. You can reverse your diabetes with personalized nutrition and consistent support.
3 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Health Conditions
3 tips for coping with chronic illness
Knowing how to cope with chronic illness can be difficult. If you struggle with a medical condition, here are three tips to help you manage your illness and maintain your quality of life.
4 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Health Conditions
Six surprising ways hiking can improve your mental health
We all know that hiking has benefits for our physical health. But the mental health benefits are powerful, and they might surprise you.
10 ways to support loved ones with chronic health conditions
It can be hard to know how to support someone with a chronic illness, or what to say to a friend struggling with health issues. Here are a few tips.
2 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Health Conditions
Why you should quit dieting — and how to ditch it for good
A piece of advice from a Certified Personal Trainer: Diets don't work. Not only are they too restrictive and unsustainable for most people, but they can also be unhealthy. Here's what to do instead.
5 min read | Healthy Lifestyle, Fitness, Nutrition
Navigating In-Network and Out-of-Network Charges
Whether you’re signing up for a health plan, searching for a doctor or just checking to see if you owe anything, the terms “in-network” and “out-of-network” are bound to pop up. And sooner than you might expect.
5 questions to ask before picking a health insurance plan
Health insurance can be complicated. We're here to help make it easier to understand. Here are three questions to ask yourself when shopping for an insurance plan.
3 min read | Insurance Education, Simplifying Care
What’s the difference between Medicare and Medicaid? Find out if you’re eligible
It’s important that we understand the options and benefits both Medicare and Medicaid provide, as well as recent changes and enhancements that will offer not only increased access to health care, but better value for North Carolinians.
4 min read | Insurance Education, Simplifying Care
We can’t ignore racism in healthcare
When we talk about racism, some people say, “You’re an insurance company. What does race have to do with anything?” The answer is: a lot. Learn more about what race has to do with health and healthcare--and what we're doing to fight health inequities.
5 min read | Industry Perspectives, Drivers of Health, Transforming Healthcare
“I joined a Phase III COVID Vaccine Study to Reduce My Odds of Landing in the ICU”
Paul Miller knew he was high-risk for COVID-19. He imagined himself sick in the hospital on a ventilator. The fear was enough to get him to enroll in a clinical trial for the Moderna vaccine, and he is now fully vaccinated.
3 min read | Community Health
“I was desperate for a way to help my brother”
When the pandemic hit, experts advised us to stay home. But what happens to people whose homes aren't safe? Kathy shares the story of her brother David, whose home was not suitable to live and recover in after he suffered an aortic aneurism, and the organization that helped.
4 min read | Community Health, Coronavirus
“Teachers are standing on the front line with a smile”
With financial support, this childcare center was able to continue to pay its teachers and meet enhanced health and safety standards to keep children and employees safe.
2 min read | Community Health, Coronavirus
A fourth grader needed help. One Blue Cross NC employee stepped up.
Blue Cross NC employee Mike Restaino is passionate about helping North Carolinians lead healthier lives. In his free time, he helps fourth grader Zaquan navigate virtual learning to help set him up for a bright future.
3 min read | Life at Blue Cross NC, Employee Spotlights
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Our Work Doesn’t Stop!
At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, we can't fulfill our mission to improve the health and well-being of our customers and communities without explicitly addressing disparities and health inequities.
1 min read | Industry Perspectives, Life at Blue Cross NC, Thought Leadership
The 4 basics your HR staff should know for creating employee health empowerment
An unhealthy workforce can lead to an ailing company. Here are a few tips to help your employees make informed choices about their health and health care.
4 min read | Life at Blue Cross NC