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With a global pandemic, it is more important than ever to keep up on recommended vaccinations

Read insights from Dr. William Shaffner, the National Infectious Disease Foundation medical director, on the need for continued vaccinations during COVID-19.

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Ingenuity in a crisis

As the coronavirus pandemic took hold, Blue Venture Fund companies stepped forward to offer tangible solutions to new problems.

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Addressing the COVID-19 pandemic with care and compassion

Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies are supporting patients, health care partners and communities with nearly $3 billion committed to the fight.

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Widespread, comprehensive testing critical to addressing the COVID-19 crisis and restoring economic activity

Widespread testing to safely reopen the country and to mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 virus...
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“Momnibus” legislation will protect Black mothers and babies

Most pregnancy-related deaths are preventable, but racial inequities and disparities which have...
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Accelerated by coronavirus, is the surge in virtual care here to stay?

Virtual care was the perfect answer to maintaining routine medical treatment during the COVID-19...
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Congress should protect Medicaid to protect health

The economic downturn in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic has driven the unemployment rate to...
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The Hidden Health Crisis

The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) was pleased to sponsor the Axios virtual event,...
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Easing the COVID-19 capacity crunch

Though many heard the term “social distancing” for the first time only recently, for...
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COVID-19 Next Steps: Help Americans Maintain Coverage and Access Care

As the nation continues to address the health threat posed by the coronavirus outbreak, ensuring...
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Washington Post LIVE Coronavirus: Leadership During Crisis

The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association was pleased to sponsor the first virtual Washington Post...
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Leading voices in healthcare share their ideas. Explore more Insights.

Health Disparities

Improving health by addressing inequity

By Dr. Mark Steffen, Chief Medical Officer , Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

Systems and structures rather than biological predisposition are responsible for significant health inequities.

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