Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana

Staying healthy is important! That’s why Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana worked with Albertsons and Safeway to provide free diabetes classes to our members in 2017. The classes are part of our Living365 program, which includes membe....

Vision loss is a serious problem for older people with diabetes . If left untreated, diabetes can lead to increasingly blurry vision, even to blindness. The good news is that with treatment, careful control of blood sugar levels and regular check...

Do you want to start exercising? Are you looking for a new workout routine? We’ve got just the tool for you! The National Institute on Aging at NIH has a handy Workout to Go brochure that you can download and use at home or on-the-go. You’ll...

As a Blue Cross Medicare Advantage member, the power of an Over-the-Counter Card or OTC Card is in your hands. This card is funded by your Medicare Advantage plan each month. Your card can be used at participating retailers to buy items like toothpaste...

Medicare Advantage Ladies, here’s how to prepare for this year’s mammogram and when you’ll see results – and rewards!

Throughout the year, Blue Cross Medicare Advantage members have a healthy and easy way to earn up to $100 in gift cards from national and local retailers through our Rewards and Incentives Program. If you are not already registered, visit BlueRewardsMT...

Through the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana Nurseline, Medicare Advantage members can talk to a registered nurse at any time: 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Whether it’s misplacing the house keys or not remembering the name of your next door neighbor, memory loss is not uncommon for older adults. But, there are differences between typical memory loss and early signs of Alzheimer’s disease.

Wellness begins with understanding. This checklist helps you have a clearer picture of your health. It also starts the conversation with your doctor on any changes you might need, whether it’s around exercise, diet, adjusting your medications...

Millions of Americans have or are at risk for developing diabetes. Untreated, diabetes can lead to kidney failure, blindness, amputation and even death. Can diabetes be delayed, or even prevented?

Before 2017 slips away, make sure you have gotten all of your annual health check-ups and exams. If you still need some of these tests, make your appointments now. Doctor office appointments fill up as the end of the year looms—and a new annual deductible...

Benefits of dog ownership. How to take care of your dog. When does a fall need medical attention.

The importance of getting your flu shot as a senior.

Recognizing and treating depression in older adults. Understanding the use of anti-depressants.

Colonoscopies can help detect colon cancer in its early stages.