Monthly Archives: September 2010

Body & Soul BLUE Challenge entrants mark the midpoint with an outpouring of spirit

Only the serious showed up at Fuller Park in Grand Rapids on our recent squishy Sept. 11. But, they were enough. The hardy band of cold, damp souls I met at the park was there to mark the midpoint of … Continue reading

Michigan business owners express concerns over health care reform

Lack of cost containment, onerous tax reporting among biz concerns over health care reform What can Michigan businesses expect as federal health care reform gains momentum? That was the big question being asked during a Health Care Reform: Defined event … Continue reading

Health reform at 6 months: No more exclusions or waiting periods for children with pre-existing health conditions

National health reform turns six months old on Sept. 23, when a variety of new rules and regulations take effect. In this week-long series, we highlight how benefits will change for consumers in the near term. You can also find … Continue reading

Health reform at 6 months: Protecting your choice of doctor and access to emergency services

National health reform turns six months old on Sept. 23, when a variety of new rules and regulations take effect. In this weeklong series, we highlight how benefits will change for consumers in the near term. You can also find … Continue reading

Health reform at 6 months: The sun sets on lifetime dollar limits for care

National health reform turns six months old on Sept. 23, when a variety of new rules and regulations take effect. In this weeklong series, we highlight how benefits will change for consumers in the near term. You can also find … Continue reading

Health reform at 6 months: Free checkups and tetanus shots, anyone?

National health reform turns six months old on Sept. 23, when a variety of new rules and regulations take effect. In this weeklong series, we highlight how benefits will change for consumers in the near term. You can also find … Continue reading

Health reform at 6 months: Eligibility for dependent coverage extends to age 26

National health reform turns six months old on Sept. 23, when a variety of new rules and regulations take effect. In this weeklong series, we highlight how benefits will change for consumers in the near term. You can also find … Continue reading

2010 West Michigan Policy Forum Highlights the Impact of Health Care in Michigan

Yesterday and today business leaders and state and local lawmakers from across Michigan are gathering in Grand Rapids for the 2010 West Michigan Policy Forum. While in Grand Rapids their goal is to discuss, develop and strengthen regional policy and … Continue reading

Blue Cross kicks off wellness efforts across the state

September is here, and it’s a perfect month for getting back into the swing of a schedule, especially with kids going back to school. It’s also a great time to start a regular exercise regime and slip other healthy choices … Continue reading

Technology, medical equipment driving health care costs

The rising cost of health care has been a topic of intense national debate over the past two years, as legislators, health care experts and insurance companies ponder the reasons for the high cost of care and explore possible solutions. … Continue reading