February 2021
Oncologist: Follow Up Cancer Screenings Now
The coronavirus pandemic has affected every facet of daily lives including health care choices. Studies have shown a significant decrease in the number of people getting cancer screenings. Dr. Kashyap Patel, an oncologist, discusses the importance of keeping up with cancer screenings during the pandemic.
Celebrating Our Women in Tech
Globally, women are underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, particularly in technology. Women make up half of the workforce, but they typically make up only 25 percent of the technology field. As one of the leading technology companies in the Southeast, we know how important it is to have women at the table. Women working in technology here at BlueCross share advice and some lessons they have learned in their careers.
Food Insecurity & Diabetes: Access to Healthy Foods Is Crucial to Managing Disease
Careful meal planning and preparation is key to managing diabetes. But many people affected by diabetes also are affected by food insecurity. This can limit their access to healthy options.
New Program Helps With Weight Management
At the end of 2020 BlueCross rolled out a new product to fully insured groups to help members find personalized wellness plans. This innovative new health platform matches members to proven programs to help them achieve their health goals.