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Using your preventive care benefits not only reduces your risk of future diseases but also helps catch potential health risks while they’re still treatable, shares Executive Medical Director Tracy Muday, MD.

“If you can hear them smile on the phone call, you know you’ve done your job.” Buffy Anderson of Regence BlueShield’s Customer Service team spoke on the Seattle Sounders FC Pod-Cast, hosted by Brad Evans and Steve Zakuani, about her dedication to guiding Regence members through their health care journeys. Buffy appeared on the podcast with Seattle Sounders FC forward Jordan Morris for their commitment to caregiving, as part of the Behind the Shield series in partnership with the Sounders. Listen at: https://lnkd.in/g99wQ8R4

Since 2019, Habitat for Humanity Seattle-King County has modified 82 homes to help aging adults stay in their homes for longer, or to "age in place." On KIRO 7, learn about the benefits of aging in place and how Habitat for Humanity continues to make houses safer and more accessible for the people who call them home.

When you’re a new parent and professional soccer star, it’s hard to overstate how keeping your physical *and* emotional health in check impacts daily life. On Behind the Shield, in partnership with Seattle Sounders FC, hear how Sounders forward and Seattle native Jordan Morris balances soccer, caregiving and his journey with type 1 diabetes. Watch it now and tell us how you’re prioritizing your health. ⚽ 👇

Thanks to everyone who stopped by the Regence booth at #SeattlePride! 💙 🏳️🌈 #WeAreRegence

Innovation by Regence and other leaders is meeting the mental health crisis head-on. Mike Franz MD, executive medical director for behavioral health at Regence, says on the newest episode of HealthChangers that the rise of virtual providers, integration between mental health care and physical health care, and a reduced stigma around mental health needs are improving access to care: https://lnkd.in/gdiuNF6x

Congratulations to Buffy Anderson, a Customer Service Professional at Regence, on being honored as a Community Hero as part of the Behind the Shield series in partnership with Seattle Sounders FC. Buffy was recognized for her skill and dedication in helping thousands of Regence members navigate an often complicated health care system and meet the health care needs of themselves and their loved ones. 💙 Join us in congratulating her!

Nicole Saint Clair, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. of Regence BlueShield tells KIRO 7 that a rise in measles cases in Washington is frustrating because the disease appeared to have been eradicated in the U.S. two decades ago. The best response is vaccination. “You don’t want to have measles; there’s no benefit to having it, and measles vaccination is indeed very safe.” Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gWu-6Nvx

Does social media need a warning label for its impact on the mental health of young people? Following the U.S. Surgeon General’s proposal, Dr. Mike Franz, executive medical director for behavioral health at Regence BlueShield, sheds light on the longtime impact of teen social media use for KIRO 7 News: https://lnkd.in/gqPbjBwR

Executive Medical Directors Nicole Saint Clair, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. and Tracy Muday, MD agree: The right primary care physician listens to your concerns, understands your unique needs and guides you to better health in the long-term.