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Top Fall Prevention Tips to Stay Safe at Home

Staying safe at home matters at every age, but as we grow older, it takes on a new level of importance. A simple slip or stumble can be life-changing. The good news? Many falls can be prevented with just a few changes to your daily routine and environment.

Most falls are preventable – and certain conditions put you more at risk.

Common Causes of Falls:
Ways to Prevent Falls:

Many Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Medicare plans include free access to SilverSneakers, a fitness program designed...
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Resources for Families Navigating Autism

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects 1 in 31 children and 1 in 45 adults nationally.

While most people are diagnosed in childhood, more and more adults are getting a diagnosis later in life as autism becomes better understood.

An early diagnosis helps manage challenges from the start while making the most of a child’s strengths. AZ Blue is here to help parents and caregivers better understand and navigate ASD. Because when families have support, kids can thrive.



ASD is a neurodevelopment...
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Inspiring health: How AZ Blue goes beyond financial support to help local communities thrive

My name is Paul Penzone, chief community relations officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (AZ Blue). Although I’m relatively new to AZ Blue, it didn’t take long to recognize that this is an organization that is all about giving back through grants, charitable giving and so much more.We’re also in the community every week making a difference. Our employees collectively volunteered over 9,000 hours from packing toys for kids battling cancer to heat relief efforts and everything in between. A...
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New Report: Arizona Moms and Families Need Equitable Care

You can’t fix a problem you don’t know about.

The Arizona State Health Assessment helps identify the biggest health challenges in our communities - because understanding the issues is the first step to finding real solutions.

The 2024 report by the Arizona Department of Health Services shines a light on health concerns related to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum.

It’s clear that too many moms don’t get the support they need. Here’s why and how AZ Blue is working to change that.



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4th Trimester Arizona: Supporting Mental Health for Moms

Welcoming a baby is one of life’s most joyful moments—but it can also be one of the hardest. Many moms quietly struggle, often feeling isolated at a time when they most need connection. That’s why 4th Trimester Arizona was created: to build a village of support for moms.“I sat around a kitchen table with my friends and their children, and we talked about how alone we felt after our babies were born,” explained Dr. Jennie Bever, President & CEO of 4th Trimester Arizona. “We needed support and the...
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Community 43: Redefining Mental Health Care Through Connection

When it comes to mental health, connection really matters. Having a sense of community can be just as important as therapy or medication.

That’s what makes Community 43, a mental health outpatient clinic, so unique. It’s more than a place for support – it’s a place to belong, heal, and find purpose.

The clubhouse model!

“We brought the clubhouse model to Arizona,” Kara Cline, former CEO of Community 43, explained. “It’s an 85-year-old model based out of New York City and is recognized by the...
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Breastfeeding Benefits for Moms and Babies

Breastfeeding is more than just a way to nourish your baby. It can support healing and health for moms, too!
Before diving into some of the health benefits, it’s important to note that every feeding journey is unique. Fed is best: Whether you breastfeed, formula feed, or do a little of both, what matters most is that you are both happy and healthy.
Breastfeeding can be a meaningful way to feed and bond with your baby.

Benefits for moms can include:
Benefits for babies can include:

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PCP, Telehealth, Urgent Care, ER: Where to Go for Care

It's Saturday morning, and you burned yourself cooking breakfast. You can’t go to your primary care provider because it's the weekend. Should you go to urgent care or the emergency room? It depends: how severe is the burn? If it’s minor, you’re better off going to urgent care. You’ll have a shorter wait time, and you’ll pay less.

Whether it's a burn, a broken bone, or a sinus issue, deciding where to go for care can be tricky. That’s why we created a guide to choosing the right care when it mat...