Snow much fun: Healthy winter activities to keep you moving

With snow, ice and chilly temperatures, it can be difficult to stay active during the winter — especially if you enjoy outdoor activities. It’s important to adapt your exercise routines to the season. Check out the list below for ideas on how to incorporate more movement into the winter months.  Plan nature walks and monitor

By |2025-01-13T09:07:58-06:00January 13th, 2025|Categories: Articles, Health and Wellness, Topics|Tags: , , , , , , |Comments Off on Snow much fun: Healthy winter activities to keep you moving

BCBSNE raises over $363,000 for United Way of the Midlands during annual campaign

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) recently wrapped up its annual fundraising campaign supporting United Way of the Midlands (UWM) during which employees raised over $363,600 and volunteered a total of 164 hours. UWM is a local organization dedicated to helping the most vulnerable work toward independence through programs fostering basic needs, education and

By |2025-01-13T10:40:16-06:00December 17th, 2024|Categories: Community Engagement|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on BCBSNE raises over $363,000 for United Way of the Midlands during annual campaign

Over 400 people received a free flu shot, courtesy of BCBSNE

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) partnered with YMCAs statewide in October to host free flu shot clinics for community members ages six and older. This year, Hy-Vee Pharmacy, Think Whole Person Healthcare, Public Health Solutions and Red Willow Health Department administered flu shots to 421 clinic attendees. At the Cooper Family YMCA

By |2024-12-03T11:06:19-06:00December 3rd, 2024|Categories: Community Engagement, Topics|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Over 400 people received a free flu shot, courtesy of BCBSNE

The high price seniors pay for misinformation about Medicare Advantage

This editorial is written by Jeff Russell, president and CEO of BCBSNE The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period has begun, the time for seniors to review their options and make coverage decisions. Unfortunately, it’s also the time for some to spread misleading and inaccurate information about Medicare Advantage. Seniors lose when misinformation about Medicare Advantage is

By |2024-11-26T13:38:04-06:00November 26th, 2024|Categories: Insurance 101, Topics|Tags: , |Comments Off on The high price seniors pay for misinformation about Medicare Advantage

BCBSNE named best health insurance company by Best of Omaha 2025

For the seventh year in a row, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) has been voted best health insurance company in Omaha Magazine’s Best of Omaha awards. Each year, the magazine encourages the public to vote for their favorite businesses in a variety of categories using an online ballot. “We are proud of

By |2024-11-22T11:25:16-06:00November 25th, 2024|Categories: News Releases, Topics|Tags: , |Comments Off on BCBSNE named best health insurance company by Best of Omaha 2025

United Way of the Midlands recognizes BCBSNE as Volunteer Organization of the Year

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) has been recognized by the United Way of the Midlands (UWM) as Volunteer Organization of the Year for the work the company does to support UWM’s mission. The UWM’s Volunteer Organization of the Year award is given to companies that consistently strive to improve the community

By |2024-11-20T11:07:17-06:00November 20th, 2024|Categories: Community Engagement, Topics|Tags: , , |Comments Off on United Way of the Midlands recognizes BCBSNE as Volunteer Organization of the Year

How BCBSNE offered career development to Emily Marsh

Nebraska Supreme Court Chief Justice, Michael Heavican [left], Emily Marsh [center] and Honorable Robert F. Rossiter Jr. [right], chief judge, United States District Court, District of Nebraska. When students graduate from higher education, there is often anxiety about finding a job they can grow and thrive in. Emily Marsh, corporate counsel at Blue Cross

By |2024-11-22T11:53:30-06:00November 14th, 2024|Categories: Team Blue, Topics|Tags: , , |Comments Off on How BCBSNE offered career development to Emily Marsh

Beatrice Elementary School receives Project Fit America equipment and curriculum through grant from BCBSNE

Beatrice Elementary School in Beatrice, Nebraska received new fitness equipment and curriculum with the help of an $18,000 Project Fit America (PFA) grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE).   PFA is a nonprofit organization that promotes innovative fitness education in elementary and middle schools nationwide, with a focus on creating physically

By |2024-10-30T15:36:43-05:00October 30th, 2024|Categories: Community Engagement, Topics|Tags: , |Comments Off on Beatrice Elementary School receives Project Fit America equipment and curriculum through grant from BCBSNE

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska renews sponsorship of 12 health agencies across the state

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) is proud to continue its sponsorship of 12 statewide health agencies under the Combined Health Agencies Drive’s (CHAD) umbrella through the Health of Nebraska sponsorship. BCBSNE’s Health of Nebraska sponsorship empowers nonprofits across the state to support individuals facing a wide range of health challenges. By partnering

By |2024-10-11T08:27:51-05:00October 11th, 2024|Categories: News Releases, Topics|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska renews sponsorship of 12 health agencies across the state

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska teams up with Project Fit America to boost student fitness at Bryan Elementary School

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) has partnered with Project Fit America (PFA), pledging $18,000 to bring the PFA curriculum and equipment to Bryan Elementary School in Lexington, Nebraska.  PFA is a nonprofit organization that promotes innovative fitness education in elementary and middle schools nationwide, with a focus on creating physically educated children

By |2024-10-03T14:58:34-05:00October 3rd, 2024|Categories: Community Engagement, Topics|Tags: , |Comments Off on Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska teams up with Project Fit America to boost student fitness at Bryan Elementary School
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