At Florida Blue, the health of the communities we serve is our priority. We strongly believe in the saying: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This is why this month, we focus on preventive care, how to treat common medical conditions and ways to boost the immune function naturally. Also, our Florida Blue centers across the state will be offering vaccine clinics starting this month and through November. Read on for more details.
NEWSLETTER – September 2024 highlights are:
- The power of water
- Digital detox, unplug and live in the moment
- Recipe ~ Red Beans and Rice with Vegetables
FLORIDA BLUE ANSWERS ~ Becoming and staying healthy can help you lower your health care premiums. Learn how with these tips and resources.
- Keep your health on track with a primary care doctor – personalized care starts with your primary doctor.
- This year’s flu season – flu shots are one of the most important ways to help protect yourself and your family.
- All about vaccines – vaccines can keep you and your family safe.
HEALTHY NUGGETS (Short videos) ~ SEPTEMBER ~ Flu season ahead ~ Get ready!
Are you recharging your electronic devices more often than you are recharging your own batteries? With the demands of our professional and personal lives, it is common to feel overwhelmed and burned out. Taking just a few minutes for yourself throughout your busy day to “unplug & recharge” will help you stay focused, energized and calmer. Take Small Steps to a Better You with our healthy nuggets.
- Is the flu shot safe? (1:09)
- Who should get a flu shot? (1:11)
- 10 ways to boost your immune system (1:24)
FLORIDA BLUE CENTERS
The Florida Blue Centers will be doing vaccine clinics with Walgreens starting mid-September through early November from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET on certain dates. They will have Flu Standard and High Dose, Covid-19 Booster, Prevnar 20, Tdap, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis A, HPV, Shingrix and RSV vaccines available. Find a Florida Blue Center near you and schedule an appointment. Or call 877-352-5830 and we’ll connect you to the Center closest to you.