Childhood Vaccines: One of the Easiest Ways to Protect Your Kids

Childhood vaccines are safe and effective. IBX Medical Director Dr. Stephen Higgins discusses why it’s so important for kids to get all recommended vaccines.

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A Mobile App that Keeps Up with Me and My Family — No Matter Where We Are

The IBX mobile app, which now features the care cost estimator, helps me manage my health care from the palm of my hand.

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Urgent Care and Retail Clinics: What to Do When You Get Sick While Traveling

An unexpected trip to the ER can ruin your vacation. When you need immediate care and are traveling, an urgent care or retail clinic is a great option for health care.

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The Importance of Getting Away from Stress

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How was your summer vacation — great or non-existent? If you said non-existent, there’s a good chance you’re like most Americans and only use about half of your vacation days each year.1 And, while it may be a good thing for your bank account, it could be hurting your health and productivity. Before you let another summer slip by without a break,...
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Let the Games Begin: Backyard Fun and Competition for Families

Summer is here and the kids are out of school — it’s the perfect time to get outside! But, you may notice that your kids would rather sit inside and watch TV, play video games, or scroll through their social media. If you’re looking for ways to get the kiddos active, why not get the whole family together (or even the entire neighborhood) for fun outdoor games and activities and a dose of healthy competition — right in your backyard....
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Childhood Vaccines: One of the Easiest Ways to Protect Your Kids

A doctor is administering a shot to a little girl's arm.
As parents, we want to protect our children. It’s what we do. And out of all the ways to keep them safe and healthy, few are as easy as making sure they get all recommended vaccines on the immunization schedule from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Thanks to childhood vaccines, illnesses like measles,...
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Creative Ways for Kids to Beat Summer Boredom

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“I’m bored.” No matter how excited your kids are to be out of school, it’s inevitable that parents will hear these words  — many times — over the course of the summer break. But, don’t fret! Luckily, there’s a cure for keeping kids active and entertained: planning! One great option is signing your kids up for a summer camp experience — anything from classic sports or crafts at your nearest YMCA to STEM (science,...
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A Mobile App that Keeps Up with Me and My Family — No Matter Where We Are

I first became familiar with the IBX mobile app because of my job. As an Independence Blue Cross national sales consultant, I initially downloaded the app to familiarize myself with its features. That way, when I met with my external business partners to discuss our capabilities, I could speak about the app from experience. Now I can’t imagine not having it....
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Bug Off! A guide to choosing the best mosquito repellent

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Warm weather, long days, vacations, and barbecues — the summer season is an exciting time for most people. But, humans aren’t the only ones enjoying the summer, bugs are too! Mosquitoes are particularly active during summer months, so it’s important to protect yourself and your family with a good repellent. Mosquito bites can be more than just annoying and itchy....
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Summertime Guide: 3 Ways to Stay Cool This Summer in Philly

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The fountain at Sister Cities Park. Photo: Marisa Fischetti for the Center City District. It’s summertime in Philly, so you know what that means: it’s going to be hot, hot, hot! While some people may welcome the sizzling temperatures, it’s important to stay safe during the summer heat. Excessive heat can lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke....
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Compassionate Care as a House Calls Nurse Practitioner

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Kathleen Hill is a nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience in nursing. She works at Tandigm Health, a leading population health management company that uses a coordinated model to offer patients better care for less cost. Part of that model includes house calls. That’s where Kathleen comes in. She takes care of patients with a wide range of conditions in their homes....
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Meet Kathryn McCaney, Celebrate Caring Honoree

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Independence senior vice president and chief marketing executive Paula Sunshine presents Kathryn McCaney with a Celebrate Caring finalist award. Caring is in all of us, and nurses truly embody that spirit. Independence Blue Cross received nearly 700 submissions for its Celebrate Caring campaign. We are honored to share the stories of our top ten 10 finalists,...
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Urgent Care and Retail Clinics: What to Do When You Get Sick While Traveling

A little girl blows her nose on the beach, as her mother comforts her.
It’s never fun to be sick, but it’s especially unpleasant when you’re on vacation. Getting sick not only ruins the fun and relaxation of vacation, it can also feel overwhelming to have to figure out where to go to get care. So, where do you start? It was a question I recently faced myself. My summer go-to destination is the Jersey shore,...
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