By Optum New Mexico The holidays can be challenging for older adults who are more vulnerable to social isolation and loneliness. In fact, a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) showed that nearly one quarter of adults aged 65 and older are socially...
By Diana Weber, M.D., Medical Director, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico November brings Thanksgiving celebrations, but it is also National Diabetes Month, with World Diabetes Day occurring on November 14. This year, the American Diabetes Association...
By Optum New Mexico The Medicare landscape is notorious for its complexity and wide range of choices. In 2021, the number of private Medicare Advantage plans was so great that the average Medicare beneficiary could choose from 33 offerings – the largest number...
By Diana Weber, M.D., Medical Director, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is a good time to make sure you’re up to date on recommended screenings for this disease. Breast cancer awareness is particularly relevant...
By Optum New Mexico For those already on Medicare or anyone who is about to be eligible, one of the best times to reevaluate your plan or sign up for one is during the Medicare Annual Open Enrollment (AEP) period, October 15-December 7. It is during this time that...
By Barry W. Ramo Medical Director, New Heart Fitness and Health Bob Odenkirk, better known as the star of the Albuquerque-based Better Call Saul TV series, was in the city for filming in July 2021. Without warning, he collapsed, unconscious on set. He had experienced...
By Eli Folick With travel, vacations, and social gatherings increasing during summer months, opportunities for eating multiply. Family get-togethers, camping and boating excursions, offer chances to share food and experience new restaurants in new places. Many of the...
Nonprofit rehabilitates animals, providing renewed purpose & loving homes By Autumn Gray Sky’s the Limit will celebrate his 35th birthday this year surrounded by people and animals who love him. That doesn’t sound like big news, but for a horse, the age places him...
For Men, Good Health Often Depends on Health Awareness and Early Screenings By Optum New Mexico June is Men’s Health Month – a perfect reminder for men to make wellness a priority. Many men take care of their health, but additional work is needed to keep more men...
By Latha Raja Shankar, M.D., Chief Medical Officer, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 37 million people in the United States have chronic kidney disease — that’s more than one in...
