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Accessing LGBTQ+ affirming providers and resources to address ongoing health care disparities

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When someone you care about is struggling with a substance use disorder, it can be difficult to know when and how to help them. ...

December 19, 2022

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How to make healthy meal choices this holiday season

Parents can now safely protect their children age six months to 4 years from COVID-19 by getting them vaccinated. After ...

June 20, 2022

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Doctors raise concerns about increase in suicide attempts in children ages 10 to 12 years old

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Children using medications found in the home to attempt suicide or self-harm dramatically increased between 2000 and 2020. The ...

June 20, 2022

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Postpartum depression affects the whole family

By Regence

The American Academy of Pediatrics says depression after the birth of a child affects the whole family. Maternal depression has ...

June 17, 2022

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Regence Customer Service teams win multiple awards

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When a member contacts our Customer Service team, whether by phone, email or through the Regence app, they’re often dealing ...

June 16, 2022

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New BCBSA report shows racial disparities in diagnosis and treatment of major depression

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Mental health care and support are more important than ever, especially given the many challenges and stressors of COVID-19. ...

June 09, 2022

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Regence Health Policy Center at the Grove

By Regence

In the wake of the pandemic, lawmakers are developing new policies that will shape the health care ecosystem for years to ...

June 01, 2022

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Staying safe as COVID-19 cases rise with highly contagious Omicron variant

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Updated 5/25/2022 The recent surge in COVID-19 cases, driven by the highly transmissible Omicron variant, leaves many ...

May 27, 2022

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Take time for your own mental well-being through self-assessment

By Regence

If you’ve not felt like yourself lately, you’re not alone. According to a recent American Psychological Association Stress in ...

May 24, 2022

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Age your way during Older Americans Month

By Regence

Older adults play an important role in our communities. They are family members, friends, neighbors, mentors and volunteers. ...

May 20, 2022

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FDA and CDC authorize COVID-19 booster shot for children age 5 to 11

By Regence

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have expanded guidance for ...

May 19, 2022

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Telehealth for behavioral health care is used more than ever before

By Regence

The U.S. health care system has experienced a rapid increase in the use of telehealth over the past two years for both mental ...

May 18, 2022

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Regence celebrates health care heroes during National Nurses Week

By Regence

Nurses play a crucial role in the care and support of patients across a wide range of needs, whether a common procedure or ...

May 12, 2022

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Learn about the different mental and behavioral health provider types and how to access care

By Regence

Finding the right behavioral health provider these days is harder than ever as both demand and wait times have increased. In ...

May 11, 2022

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Learn the signs of postpartum depression and how to find support

By Regence

The arrival of a new bundle of joy is a time filled with many emotions, ranging from happiness and excitement to fear and ...

May 04, 2022

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Bringing light to mental health in 2022: Regence recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month during another unique year

Talking about colorectal cancer can be uncomfortable but pushing through the discomfort is crucial to finding it early—when it ...

March 07, 2022

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Eating disorders are more common than you think

By Regence

Eating disorders are not uncommon, though their exact cause is not fully understood. Research suggests a combination of ...

February 28, 2022

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American youth stressed by uncertainty of the future

By Regence

Each of us has experienced our own unique mental-health challenges during the pandemic, and this is especially true for younger ...

February 14, 2022

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American Heart Month in 2022: Know your risk factors and prioritize your health

By Regence

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States claiming more lives than all forms of cancer combined. ...

February 04, 2022

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Through service, honoring the legacy of Dr. King

By Regence

Each year on the third Monday of January, the nation remembers the life and legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther ...

January 17, 2022

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Healthy habits with technology for better mental well-being

Many of us, at one time or another, have cared for an aging loved one, or a family member or friend with a serious medical ...

November 08, 2021

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Help prevent drug overdose and addiction by safely disposing of medications

If you’ve not felt like yourself lately, you’re not alone. According to a survey from the Centers for Disease Control and ...

August 26, 2021

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Going to the ER for care? You may have other options.

By Regence

The U.S. hospital system is in crisis again as hospital beds fill up with COVID-19 patients, leaving health care workers ...

August 24, 2021

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How to identify, understand and respond to early signs of mental health and substance use issues with Mental Health First Aid

By Regence

Mental health concerns are growing across the country, and mental health and substance use issues are considered a companion ...

August 19, 2021

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Now is the time to catch up on immunizations

By Regence

Thousands of people in the U.S. become severely ill and are hospitalized or even die each year because of vaccine-preventable ...

August 17, 2021

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Best practices for employers reopening offices for onsite work

By Regence

Throughout the pandemic, employers of all sizes have had to adjust how they staff and support their workforces. Wherever your ...

August 12, 2021

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Dr. Marion Couch on the importance of preventive care and immunizations

By Regence

Many people are again being cautious about public gatherings and how to stay safe as the highly contagious Delta variant ...

August 11, 2021

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Combination vaccines safely deliver protection against preventable disease with fewer shots

By Regence

If you could protect your child from certain preventable diseases using two shots or five, which would you choose? For many ...

July 29, 2021

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UPDATE: Delta variant puts COVID-19 cases on the rise, prompting new CDC guidance on mask wearing for fully vaccinated and in schools

By Regence

People who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can shed their mask for certain activities, particularly to exercise ...

July 29, 2021

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Olympians recognize mental health as important as physical health

By Regence

As athletes compete at the top of their game during these summer Olympics, no doubt the pressure is immense. Mental health has ...

July 28, 2021

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Help your kids physically and mentally prepare for school this fall

By Regence

The new school year is just around the corner, but with COVID-19 cases surging in many parts of the country, health and safety ...

July 27, 2021

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Emerging COVID-19 Delta variant is another good reason to get your vaccine

As more people queue up to get a COVID-19 vaccine, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says you can now get ...

June 09, 2021

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Protect your children from vaccine-preventable diseases when you travel

By Regence

Now that half the U.S. population is fully vaccinated against COVID-19, some of us may pack up the kids and travel farther than ...

June 04, 2021

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Regence extends coverage of COVID-19 treatment at no cost to members through 2021

By Regence

Regence has extended coverage for COVID-19 treatment at no out-of-pocket costs to our members covered by an employer-sponsored ...

June 01, 2021

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Virtual care improves access and reduces stigma for people struggling with addiction

By Regence

Addiction, or medically known as a substance use disorder, is a condition that affects far more people than many realize. In ...

May 24, 2021

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New report shows how Regence helped reduce opioid prescriptions 51 percent from 2015-2020

By Regence

While health care headlines have appropriately focused on the pandemic of COVID-19 the past year, the epidemic of opioid deaths ...

May 19, 2021

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Four habits to improve your mental health amid uncertainty

By Regence

During the past 15 months, the isolation stemming from physical distancing recommended to prevent the spread of COVID-19 has ...

May 18, 2021

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CDC recommends Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for youth ages 12 to 15

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As more people become eligible for COVID-19 vaccines and doses are more readily available, Regence is committed to supporting ...

April 07, 2021

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Telehealth helps meet growing need for behavioral health care

By Emily E. Smith

The immense challenges of the past year have touched everyone in various ways. For many, months of added stress have taken a ...

March 31, 2021

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Regence executive part of national team working on COVID-19 vaccines and health equity

By Regence

As COVID-19 vaccines roll out nationwide, one area of significant focus is how to reach underserved or disproportionately ...

March 29, 2021

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We see you, we stand with you

By Regence

The following is a message from our senior partner of diversity, equity and inclusion, Kimberly Miyazawa Frank, which she ...

March 26, 2021

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Trouble sleeping? You may be experiencing “COVID-somnia”

By Regence

Over the last year, sleep neurologists have reported a surge in sleep disorder diagnoses and sleep medication misuse due to ...

March 26, 2021

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COVID vaccines—what you need to know today

By Regence

Getting the COVID vaccine can keep you safe from serious illness and get us all one step closer to normal life. Where can you ...

March 25, 2021

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Mental health first aid and more: How schools can soften the pandemic’s emotional toll

By Jillian Cohan Martin

As we pass the one-year mark of the coronavirus pandemic, schools across the West are reopening. Using guidance from the CDC to ...

March 18, 2021

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Journi® wellness consultant shares healthy snacking tips with KPTV Fox 12 viewers

By Regence

For many, snacking during the day has become the norm over traditional mealtimes, as families continue to spend more time at ...

March 17, 2021

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AHA volunteers share heart attack and stroke stories

Survivors of heart attack and stroke share how to recognize the signs

By Emily E. Smith

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., but its early warnings signs often go undetected. And sometimes, ...

March 16, 2021

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In-home care during a COVID-19 scare: Regence employee shares his experience

By Aaron Cooper

On a Saturday morning a few months ago, I woke up with a fever, body aches and felt exhausted. My first thought was that I ...

March 15, 2021

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Regence pilot program sends no-cost blood pressure cuffs to select Medicare members’ homes, partners with health care providers

By Regence

The data was clear in late 2020—we had an opportunity to help our more vulnerable members with in-home care support as we all ...

March 08, 2021

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U.S. Chamber of Commerce Rally for Recovery Commitment

Regence health plans join national Rally for Recovery Commitment to combat COVID-19 pandemic

By Regence

This week the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Rally for Recovery ...

March 05, 2021

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BCBSA HPV child vaccination rates Health of America report

Less than one third of children are fully vaccinated against HPV, Blue Cross Blue Shield Association study finds

By Regence

Vaccines play a critical role in preventing the spread of serious viruses and diseases, and yet few children are fully ...

February 25, 2021

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Achieving and maintaining realistic health goals in 2021

The year 2020 will go down in history as one of the most challenging in generations, especially for our most vulnerable ...

January 25, 2021

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Honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. in a year like no other

COVID fatigue is real. Months of working from home, navigating online school, physical distancing and more to stay safe and ...

October 23, 2020

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With COVID-19 on the rise, staying safe is a team sport

By Regence

Experts remind us we are still in the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, and as communities loosen restrictions, infections ...

October 22, 2020

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Don’t be the dealer – dispose of unwanted medications

By Regence

Pain medications are the single most frequent cause of accidental poisoning fatalities in children younger than 6 years old, ...

October 21, 2020

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42,000 women and 500 men estimated to die in 2020 due to breast cancer; preventative care and early detection key for all of us

By Regence

Chances are you know someone who’s faced breast cancer. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), women in the U.S. have ...

October 21, 2020

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5 common flu shot myths, debunked

By Regence

Trick or treat? Many people still get tricked by flu shot myths and skip the vaccination altogether—but our medical directors ...

October 14, 2020

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Scott Seymour named vice president of network management and provider partnership innovation at Regence

By Regence

Scott Seymour has joined Regence health plans as vice president of network management and provider partnership innovation. ...

October 13, 2020

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Halloween isn’t canceled; expert tips for celebrating during COVID-19

By Jillian Cohan Martin

Halloween is full of traditions — costume creation, pumpkin carving, spooky decorations, candy collecting, harvest festivals ...

October 12, 2020

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Regence BlueShield of Idaho offers 2021 Medicare plans to meet diverse care needs, budgets and lifestyles

By Regence

Regence BlueShield of Idaho has proudly served Idahoans for 74 years as a local, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan. For ...

October 08, 2020

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Four steps to build resilience in times of uncertainty

By Regence

A pandemic, social unrest, natural disasters, financial uncertainty and a contentious presidential election have all converged ...

September 25, 2020

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Public service campaign ‘Stop Medical Distancing’ encourages people to get needed care for long-term health

By Regence

In an effort to encourage our members and the broader community to safely seek out health care, Regence is proud to support the ...

September 21, 2020

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Protect yourself and others with a flu shot this year during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

By Regence

The normal flu season, which takes place October through April, may be different this year given the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. ...

September 18, 2020

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Expanding access to hearing aids helps people overcome much more than hearing disability

By Regence

As a child with hearing loss Jen Tschirpke was fortunate that she didn’t have to worry about getting new hearing aids. ...

September 15, 2020

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Tips for minimizing your exposure to wildfire smoke

By Regence

The west coast of the U.S. currently has some of the worst air quality in the world caused by the unprecedented spread of ...

September 11, 2020

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Community partner spotlight: Girls on the Run Treasure Valley steps up to help youth across southwest Idaho

By Regence

Since 2001, Girls on the Run Treasure Valley has touched and lifted the lives of more than 10,000 elementary, middle and high ...

September 03, 2020

Idaho

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Michelle Obama says she has ‘low-grade depression;’ can you relate?

By Regence

A global pandemic. Civic unrest. National division ahead of fall’s elections. It’s no wonder Michelle Obama says she has ...

August 06, 2020

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Untangling COVID-19 testing: What you need to know

By Regence

***Updated Aug. 3, 2020*** The topic of COVID-19 testing is all over the news lately. It's easy to get confused. Here’s what ...

August 03, 2020

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Virtual resources, tablets and other technology help fight loneliness for communities in need

By Regence

The effects of prolonged self-isolation to help slow the spread of COVID-19 have been felt by many. This is especially true for ...

July 29, 2020

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Make summer get-togethers fun and safe during COVID-19

Regence stands with our community as we share the grief and outrage so many feel after the brutal killing of George Floyd in ...

June 08, 2020

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What to ask your provider when you go back for the medical and dental treatment you need

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What to know about the Blue Cross of Idaho privacy breach

June is National Employee Well-being Month and it’s a great time to step back and assess whether our businesses are doing ...

June 19, 2015

Idaho

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