Lead with thanks: Gratitude-focused tips to support your mental health

The holiday season is a great time to slow down and appreciate the little things that bring comfort, joy and connection. Practicing gratitude is a simple habit that can strengthen your mental health year-round, not just during the holidays. Below, you can find ideas that make gratitude part of your daily routine, including tips from BCBSNE Nurse Care Manager Susan Coughlin.   Start a gratitude journal. Set aside a few minutes each day

By |2025-11-21T13:49:03-06:00November 24th, 2025|Categories: Health and Wellness, Topics|Tags: , |Comments Off on Lead with thanks: Gratitude-focused tips to support your mental health
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Over 400 Nebraskans receive free flu shots courtesy of BCBSNE

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) partnered with 17 YMCAs in October to deliver free flu shots for community members from Omaha to McCook. Hy-Vee Pharmacy, Public Health Solutions and Red Willow County Health Department administered flu shots to 410 Nebraskans across the state through the clinics. These annual flu shot clinics allow

By |2025-11-21T09:39:25-06:00November 21st, 2025|Categories: News Releases, Topics|Tags: , |Comments Off on Over 400 Nebraskans receive free flu shots courtesy of BCBSNE
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BCBSNE raises $326,770 to support United Way of the Midlands during 2025 fundraising campaign

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) recently wrapped up its 2025 fundraising campaign for United Way of the Midlands (UWM) where employees raised $326,770 to support the organization. UWM is a nonprofit that supports individuals and families in need across the Omaha and Council Bluffs area. Its work focuses on expanding access to

By |2025-11-13T15:46:24-06:00November 13th, 2025|Categories: Community Engagement, Topics|Tags: , |Comments Off on BCBSNE raises $326,770 to support United Way of the Midlands during 2025 fundraising campaign
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It is going to take all of us. Today!

This op-ed was written by Jeff Russell, president and CEO of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska. Recently, I outlined the serious issues facing the U.S. health care system and the urgent need for all stakeholders — insurance companies, health care providers, employers, consumers and policymakers — to collaborate on meaningful solutions.

By |2025-11-13T09:08:48-06:00November 13th, 2025|Categories: Insurance 101, Topics|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on It is going to take all of us. Today!
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Nebraska Blue Foundation makes $25,000 donation to Food Bank for the Heartland; gives $300,000 to 20 nonprofits across Nebraska

The Nebraska Blue Foundation has donated $25,000 to Food Bank for the Heartland to help the nonprofit continue to keep Nebraska families fed as demands for food increase. In addition, the foundation has invested $300,000 in grant funds to 20 Nebraska nonprofits.   The foundation, which serves as the philanthropic arm of Blue Cross and

By |2025-11-18T09:37:59-06:00November 12th, 2025|Categories: News Releases, Topics|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Nebraska Blue Foundation makes $25,000 donation to Food Bank for the Heartland; gives $300,000 to 20 nonprofits across Nebraska
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