There is a definitive number when it comes to weight loss. You might be surprised by the amount of weight you need to lose before you start seeing health benefits. In this edition of Blue Promise, Dr. McCoy talks with Dr. Tim Church, Chief Medical...

BCBSTX is changing the way it supports community organizations across the state. For the first time, we’re targeting two disease states to actually impact public health. Learn more in this Blue Promise. For the first time ever, Blue Cross...

Just because it bears repeating… You’ve heard it before: SMOKING IS DANGEROUS! In this Blue Promise, Dr. Dan McCoy and Dr. Paul Hain discuss the consequences as well as some solutions to quit. Blue Promise is an online video blog...

As the summer draws near, we take a look back at how BBBS of Houston helped kids kick off the school year. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dallas and Houston pair students with mentors and supply the ingredients needed for kids to be successful. Our...

Hear why M.H. Moore Elementary became the first school to join the Blue Zones Fort Worth initiative. Fort Worth’s M. H. Moore Elementary School is the first in Texas to adopt a unique international health and wellness program. The Blue Zones...

Whether you have a dog, cat or iguana, learn how owning a pet can impact your health. In this edition of Blue Promise, Dr. Dan McCoy talks with Carianne Fisher, Executive Director for Therapet, about the health benefits of owning a pet. Blue...

Where do kids play if their physical abilities are different than other kids? Take a look at the new one-of-a-kind playground in central Texas. In just one day, dozens of volunteers helped build a truly unique playground for kids with varying degrees...

We’re working with Mexican Consulates to help Texas’ Latinos access health care in our state. Learn how in this Blue Promise. Accessing health care in a new country can be challenging with language and cultural differences, but we’re...

Employees don’t have to lose their health benefits when they retire! Companies looking to recruit seasoned employees can offer health benefits for their retirees. It’s a win-win for the company and the retiree. Learn more in this Blue...

Health care fraud makes media headlines when it involves millions of dollars and impacts many organizations. However, individuals can be victims too – even with smaller cases that often go unnoticed. In this edition of Blue Promise, Dr. McCoy...

If you’ve never heard of telemedicine or telehealth, take a few minutes to learn about this growing trend. In this edition of Blue Promise, Dr. McCoy goes over the basics of how telemedicine can help improve your access to health care. Blue...

Health insurance policies are customized to help different types of people save money in different ways. We’ve found that Consumer Directed Health Plans (CHDP) are especially helpful for many people to lower their costs. In this Blue Promise...

Did you know that BCBSTX has a team of special investigators with a background in law enforcement? They’re committed to finding and stopping health care fraud that can impact the cost of your health care coverage. Find out how you can help...

By looking at claims data, researchers have identified some concerning trends regarding the misuse of ADHD medications. It turns out that many people may be using the medications for something other than their intended use. Learn more in this Blue...

If your child is sick, you don’t want to worry about the details of everyday life. That’s why Ronald McDonald House of Dallas (RMHD) provides a temporary home for families of sick and injured kids. By teaming up with RMHD, our leadership...