A division of
@HCSC
, a mutual legal reserve company, an independent licensee of
@BCBSAssociation
. Serving our communities for 90 years. Response Hrs: M-F 8-5 CT
#COVID19
can spread quickly from person to person, by air droplets or by touch. To help reduce the spread, wear a
#FaceCovering
in public, especially when social distancing is difficult to practice. Learn more:
Wild bee communities are in trouble. Watch how 100,000 honeybees in our Richardson office promote conservation and spread environmental awareness.
#SaveTheBees
Because of
#COVID19
, blood donations have sharply declined. The need for safe blood is now urgent. June 14 is
#WorldBloodDonorDay
. Find a blood drive here:
#Weight
loss surgery may do more than help you slim down. It may help with several obesity-related diseases —but only if you make
#lifestyle
changes for long-term success.
Gardening, running, riding your bike are some ideas for staying active responsibly while social distancing. Find more ideas at the link below and tell us your favorite summertime activity.
#ActiveLifestyle
#Caregiving
is associated with higher rates of physical and behavioral health conditions, like anxiety and depression. In the midst of the
#pandemic
, caregivers need an extra hand now more than ever.
To improve vaccination rates, we're working with the
@TexasDSHS
to more accurately determine which members are behind on immunizations for vaccine-preventable diseases. This effort has helped increase member vaccination rate tracking by as much as 50%.
We are looking for the best images of locations, things, and landscape that our state has to offer. Tag your images with
#TXStatePride
for a chance to be featured in our pages.
This could be your photo! Share your images of the unique beauty that our state has to offer and display your state pride by tagging them with
#TXStatePride
for a chance to be featured next.
Pregnant and diagnosed with
#BreastCancer
? Here are 5 things you should know and some common treatments available to you and your baby.
#BreastCancerAwareness
We're partnering with
@ItsTimeTX
to support local organizations and agencies that are focused on reducing social and health inequities, especially in communities of color affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Texas
#RuralHealthcare
: 35 counties have no physician. 85 counties have <5 doctors. 58 counties have no general surgeon. 158 counties have no OB/GYN. 185 counties have no psychiatrist. Through our
#AffordabilityCures
project with
@TAMHSC
, we seek to find solutions for
#RuralTexas
Did you know one in four women of reproductive age in Texas is uninsured?
#Medicaid
can bridge gaps in
#PrenatalCare
by providing qualified, low-income pregnant women with the
#healthcare
and support services needed. Read more here:
Our home
#screening
tests could reach thousands of members who may not otherwise get screened for colorectal
#cancer
this year because of the
#COVID19
pandemic. Learn more:
By studying an individual’s lifestyle, socioeconomics, environment & biology, doctors can determine the best course of treatment & prevention,
#NIH
’s
@AllofUsResearch
hopes to usher in the next era of healthcare. Enroll to be a part!
#JoinAllofUs
We celebrated our 90th Anniversary today with many of the people who make BCBSTX possible – our employees, members, community partners & companies like AER Manufacturing who've been with Blue Cross for 70 years!
#90YearsBCBSTX
We stand in solidarity against social injustice and racism. As a company committed to integrity, respect and caring, this moment calls for us all to have the courage to stand together, unite and understand that our differences make us stronger.
A lag in childhood
#vaccinations
during the
#pandemic
could lead to outbreaks of other preventable diseases after school starts this fall. We're collaborating with the state health services department to improve members’ vaccination rates.
Share with us the unique beauty that this holiday season brings to our state by tagging your scenic state photo with the hashtag
#TXStatePride
for a chance to be featured on our pages.
More than 5 million Texans have no health insurance. Many aren’t aware of their options — which may include financial help. Learn how BCBSTX and
#BeCovered2020
are helping people navigate their coverage options during open enrollment, which ends Dec. 15.
Several of our clinicians are doing their part to protect Texans against COVID-19 by volunteering on the front line with organizations like
@carevantexas
. Read more about the strive to vaccinate and keep communities healthy.
The
#pandemic
has brought financial challenges for families and businesses. To provide some relief, our fully insured employer customers will receive premium credits. Learn more:
#SanAntonio
just became the first city in Texas to raise the tobacco age to 21! It’s a great example for the entire state. They join 5 states and over 285 localities nationwide in passing
#Tobacco21
As you take some time to disconnect from work and connect with your family, get some shots at the outdoor location, things and landscape where you are spending your holiday time in our state. Tag your images with the hashtag
#TXStatePride
for a chance to be featured on our pages.
Being diagnosed with
#BreastCancer
can be an emotional rollercoaster. Discover steps you can take to stay strong and get through your journey.
#BreastCancerAwareness
A recent
@Baselice
poll shows 71% of Texas voters want laws to cap health care prices & prevent
#SurpriseBills
.
@KHancock4TX
&
@TMFtx
’s legislation seeks to improve the current billing environment & protect Texas health care consumers.
#txlege
More:
#BreastCancer
can happen at a young age. This month take action. Learn your family history and talk to your doctor if you think you are at high risk.
#BreastCancerAwareness
#Houston
, are you looking for a way to serve your local community this weekend? Join us &
@KaBOOM
as we build a super playground for
@hpsenrichment
! Register:
The health care system is complex, and that can make it hard for people to make the right care choices. Click to learn more about solutions in the works to make health care easier to understand and make the health care system work better.
We are thrilled to launch the first official Fitness Court Studio with
@UT_Dallas
and
@NatFitCampaign
. This is twice the size of a standard Fitness Court and designed to provide a full body workout in just seven minutes! More here from
@impactnews
:
Join Dr. Leslie Weisberg for a virtual panel discussion during the
@ItsTimeTX
#HealthierTexas
Summit Series about the disproportionate impact of
#COVID
-19 on minority communities, social determinants of health & more! Register:
A new
#telemedicine
kiosk in Milam County is providing residents with access to
#healthcare
outside of normal office hours. It's part of a project testing innovative ways to solve the problem of rural access to care.
Our BCBSTX Abilene office partnered with
@BeltwayPark
to construct a world-class safety ramp for a local elderly couple, transforming their quality of life.
#IamBCBSTX
Check it out:
A C1 Innovation Lab pilot program is providing a seamless experience for members getting outpatient joint replacement surgeries. The program advocates for members'
#health
by making sure they know what’s happening before and after
#surgery
.
Our members and communities are our top priority. We’re committed to helping you stay healthy, safe and informed about
#COVID19
. Visit the link below.