On December 17th, the Jones family walked into their new house. They were greeted by more than forty people – family, friends, neighbors, and, the partners that helped to build their home. In a few weeks, the family will move in and start to build a life on Alma Street in Durham. They’ll build relationships, foster […]
Beginnings in Boone In 1975, Brad and Carole Wilson graduated from Appalachian State University in Boone, NC. Boone is a small mountain town full of beauty, culture, and hiking trails. It’s also known for a spirited university nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina that is home to more than 18,000 students. […]
If you live in North Carolina, chances are pretty good that you’ve attended a barbecue, pig-pickin’ or some other get-together and faced the inevitable inquisition: “What kind of barbecue do you like?” There are, of course, only two possible answers: Eastern Style and Western/Lexington Style. Your preference must be justified, your reasoning valid, and your […]
When you chose your insurance plan, did you shop online, call the insurance company, or did you go to your neighborhood insurance salesperson? These options will all help you buy insurance that’s right for you, but sometimes the route you pick makes all the difference. Insurance agents, insurance companies, and healthcare.gov are all valuable resources to […]
When the Affordable Care Act took effect, there were a host of predictions that the new law would leave no room for health insurance agents to offer their services. A column in Forbes even predicted the “mass firing” of agents. Fast forward a few years, and we find that the business of health insurance agents […]
If you’ve ever worked for a large company, you’ve probably heard the pitch from HR about all the fabulous benefits available to you, like paid time off and free or discounted access to a gym. In fact, wellness benefits are growing to the point where they’re the norm, rather than the exception, for mid-sized and […]
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This week, HealthLink Weekly has a lot to offer! From the new rankings of local hospitals, to the immediate benefits of diet and exercise, find out what’s going on in with Health! Got a link to share? Tweet us at @bcbsnc with #NCHealthLinkWeekly, and we could feature your story in an upcoming edition. Innovation and […]
This week we’ve got a wide range of topics! Check out articles spanning from fitness trackers and health monitors, to ACA updates and challenges! Got a link to share? Tweet us at @bcbsnc with #NCHealthLinkWeekly, and we could feature your story in an upcoming edition. Innovation and Trends How CVS Quit Smoking and Grew Into a […]