On the “A Healthier Michigan Podcast,” LaTrisha Lake shares how her undiagnosed ADHD led to depression.

 Living with Undiagnosed ADHD

Wellness coach Marissa Jarrett talks about the importance and benefits of mindfulness, especially around the holidays.

How to be Mindful During the Holidays

On the latest episode of the A Healthier Michigan Podcast, Dr. Paul Kimbro talks about the impact of blue light on our eye health.

Asian woman suffering from eye strain tired from overwork on computer screen

The Real Impact of Blue Light on Your Eyes 

The “wintertime blues,” clinically known as seasonal mood disorder, can leave us anxious, without energy and generally sad. But there are treatment methods. 

How Winter Affects Mental Health  

Data and information collected over a long period of time by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan in collaboration with health care providers is helping bridge knowledge gaps in the medical community on the impacts of cannabis use related to outcomes after bypass surgery.

Blue Cross Data Helps Researchers Learn How Cannabis Use Affects Bypass Surgery Patients

Screening for osteoporosis is an important part of regular health visits for women and men, especially once they reach a certain age. Often, the signs and symptoms of osteoporosis occur when the disease has progressed to the point that someone fractures or breaks a bone. 

Osteoporosis Screening: What You Need to Know

Looking for a beneficial way to give back? Donating blood only takes about an hour, yet only 3% of the eligible donor population gives each year. One donation can save up to three lives and there are health benefits associated with donating blood, too. 

Health Benefits of Blood Donation

It’s important to know which medications you can and cannot take while pregnant. Stay in the "safe zone" and avoid the "danger zone" with this guidance.

The Expectant Mother’s Go-To Guide to Medications

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation today announced over $270,000 in grant awards to seven organizations through the Advancing Maternal Health Equity grant program.

Over $270K in ‘Advancing Maternal Health Equity’ Grants Awarded to Reduce Disparities and Improve Maternal Health Outcomes in Vulnerable Communities

AF Group, a nationally recognized holding company whose affiliated brands provide specialty and workers’ compensation insurance solutions across the United States, has announced the completion of its acquisition of AmeriTrust Group (Southfield, MI).

AF Group Completes its Acquisition of AmeriTrust Group

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and six physician organizations across the state are launching full-risk reimbursement arrangements for their Medicare Advantage PPO and Blue Care Network Medicare Advantage plans. 

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Expands Blueprint for Affordability as Six Organizations Agree to Full Financial Accountability Model

Did you know that sunlight and cold weather can impact hormones? It can also cause the thyroid to act up. But there are ways to counteract hormone imbalance. 

How Winter Hormonal Changes Affect Us

Lisa L. Knowles, D.D.S., associate dental consultant at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, addresses viral DIY dentistry trends circulating on social media.

Straight from the Dentist’s Mouth: Debunking Viral Dental Trends 

A new COVID variant is spreading across the U.S. It’s called the XBB.1.5 variant and is considered to be the “most transmissible” variant of Omicron according to the WHO. 

New COVID Variant XBB.1.5: How to Be Prepared

Maintaining a high-quality network of providers and elevated customer service ensures our senior members’ needs are met – and we continue to find new ways to meet the needs of seniors.

Ensuring Access to Quality Health Care for Seniors

Performance reviews don’t have to be stressful if you prepare for them mindfully.

Remaining Mindful During the Review Process

This Swedish tradition held twice per day is centered around giving yourself a moment to have a break and socialize with others.

Enjoy the Swedish Tradition of Fika

As young adults enter an exciting chapter of their lives, parents also have to prepare for the roads that lie ahead for their children.

College Student Health Care Checklist

Here are some tips to consider when creating a charcuterie board.

Charcuterie Board Basics

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Blue Cross Complete of Michigan and United Dairy Industry of Michigan (UDIM) today announced $243,500 in grant funding awarded to 110 food pantries as part of the Food Pantry Grant Program, to improve access to nutrient-rich foods including dairy, fruit and vegetables.

110 Food Pantries Awarded Grant Funding to Improve Michigan’s Food Ecosystem

Blue Care Network of Michigan is providing more health plan options for members through a new, Local HMO network offering in partnership with Ascension Michigan, Trinity Health and three physician organizations including MedNetOne Health Solutions, Oakland Southfield Physicians and United Physicians. 

Blue Care Network of Michigan Partners with SE Michigan Providers to Offer New Local HMO Network Option for 2023 Individual and Medicare Enrollment

210 schools across Michigan will positively impact children’s health through the Building Healthy Communities (BHC) program.

Building Healthy Communities program awarded to 210 K-12 schools, improving health and well-being of Michigan’s children

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work for the Detroit Pistons? Michigan kids ages 8-12 can now enter the fourth annual #MIKidsCan Detroit Pistons Kids Day Sweepstakes and win an opportunity to go behind the scenes of a Pistons game day.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Detroit Pistons Tip Off 4th Annual #MIKidsCan Pistons Kids Day Sweepstakes

There are two main types of COVID-19 tests. They each have a different method, are searching for different things and don’t tell you the same thing. The results of coronavirus tests are complex, which is why they should be done under the care of a qualified health care professional....

Two Main COVID-19 Tests, Explained

Dr. James Grant discusses why it's important to get the flu shot this year. The flu can be a severe (and even deadly) illness.

Flu Season 2022-2023: What You Need to Know

Relationships bring their own challenges and there are a lot of uncertainties that can be difficult to manage for people with anxiety.

Lesbian couple getting relationship counseling by therapist

Managing Relationship Anxiety

When it comes to breast cancer, early detection saves lives. The best way to detect breast cancer early is through mammograms. Find out when and how often you should be getting a mammography exam.

Breast Cancer Awareness: Screenings Could Save a Life

Mental health is a key part of overall well-being, affecting how people think, feel and act. A person’s mental health also impacts how they handle the everyday stress in their lives. Just like a person’s physical health, a child’s or adult’s mental health can change by the day....

Mature men and his pet dog at home during pandemic isolation.

Daily Habits for Improved Mental Health 

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan targets grants and funding to help people bridge gaps and break down barriers to taking care of their health.

Our Role in Addressing Social Determinants of Health  

Diabetes screenings are an important part of annual physicals in order to stay healthy. More than 37 million U.S. adults have diabetes – yet one in five don’t know they have it.

Diabetes Screening: What You Need to Know

The BCBSM Foundation teamed with two organizations that invest their time and effort into helping uninsured and vulnerable Michiganders get back on their feet.

A photo is captured from a Youth Justice Fund event that promoted justice-involved people to fill out surveys about health care and encourage them to live healthy physical lives by doing various cardio activities and eat healthy as well as connecting them to health providers and Occupational Therapy sessions.

Southeast Michigan Organizations Providing Medication-Assisted Treatment, Reentry Services to At-Risk Individuals

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