Monthly Archives: October 2011
POH Riley Foundation’s Sister & Sister Initiative Promotes Free Mammogram Services, Breast Health Education for Women in Oakland County
We know mammograms save lives but not everyone can afford them. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is collaborating with the POH Riley Foundation’s Sister & Sister Free Mammogram program to encourage both men and women to learn about breast … Continue reading
Story of Breast Cancer Survival Highlights the Power of Early Detection and a Positive Attitude
October marks National Breast Cancer Awareness month. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan has been working with several partners throughout the state to remind residents of the power of early detection and prevention. Breast cancer continues to impact the lives … Continue reading
Blues CEO Dan Loepp Talks Health Care Costs, Quality and Accountability on WJR’s Paul W. Smith Show
Blue Cross made its presence felt at the Crain’s Health Care Leadership Summit in Detroit on Thursday. Daniel J. Loepp, president and CEO, delivered the welcoming address and earlier stopped by the WJR-AM radio booth for a live interview with … Continue reading
Drop Off Your Old Medications at National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Oct. 29
We’ve all done it at some point — use our medicine cabinets to stack up old prescriptions like canned goods in a food pantry. Eventually they must go, but it’s important to dispose of them safely. And sending medications down … Continue reading
Action Plan Unveiled in Washington D.C. to Promote Partnerships in Health Care Quality, Cost Savings
Blues CEO Daniel J. Loepp traveled to Washington D.C. last week to join Scott Serota of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association in announcing a comprehensive action plan to overhaul the nation’s health care system by improving quality and … Continue reading
Lions Fans Add Pink to Honolulu Blue, Silver as Breast Cancer Awareness Hits Monday Night Football
Ford Field underwent a pink-out as the Detroit Lions beat the Chicago Bears 24-13 in a nationally televised Monday Night Football game. Many spectators in the crowd of 67,861 — a Lions Ford Field record — waved bright pink “Curable” … Continue reading
How Our New Building Healthy Communities Partnership Aligns With Governor Snyder’s Call for Collaboration
Gov. Rick Snyder recently said that “health is the foundation for Michigan’s economic transformation,” and in alignment with his broader plea to improve residents’ health and combat obesity, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan has announced a partnership with Wayne State … Continue reading
New Ways to Save on Healthy Purchases for Michigan Blue Cross Members
Healthy Blue Xtras Program Adds New Discounts for BCBSM Members Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan members can save money on health and fitness purchases through our Healthy Blue XtrasSM program. Healthy Blue Xtras has more than 50 vendors that offer … Continue reading
