Supporting Reproductive Liberty
We support our members' right to make their own health care decisions. That includes reproductive health care decisions.
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Happy National Breastfeeding Month!
Breastfeeding has benefits for both moms and babies. Our Better Beginnings program will support expecting members on their breastfeeding journeys.
Monkeypox: What is it and should you be concerned?
The federal government has declared the current monkeypox epidemic a public health emergency, this is what Vermonters need to know about the disease.
Breastfeeding Tips for Expecting Members
Preparing to take care of a baby can be stressful, we're here to make it easier with some helpful tips and resources.
Your Contraceptive Coverage
Reproductive health care and contraception are fully covered for our members.
Climb Out of the Darkness Combats Isolation for New Parents
It's estimated in Vermont that one in five people suffer from depression and anxiety both during and after pregnancy. During the pandemic, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) intensified, growing to one in three people.
12 Preventive Screenings To Help You Stay Healthy
Talk with your doctor regularly about what preventive screenings you should receive each year. We compiled a list of ones to consider.
How to Reduce the Wait to See a Specialist
Wait times to see a specialist have increased during the pandemic. We offer five tips to help reduce your wait time and see a specialist sooner.
Meet the Women Who Inspire Us
As of 2022, more than half of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont executive team is composed of women. In celebration of Women’s History Month, we spoke to them about their journeys, inspirations, and advice for the next generation.
From Heart Attack to Heart Health: Steve's Story
On November 14, 2021, Corporate Controller Steve Peake celebrated his 27th service anniversary with Blue Cross. While he was mindful of his nearly three decades of service in the healthcare industry, he couldn’t plan for the way this day would change his relationship with health and wellness forever.