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A new report from the CDC shows that Hispanic patients on #dialysis have a 40% higher risk for staph infections than white patients. We have to do more to reduce inequities in healthcare. It can save lives! NPR Rachel Treisman npr.org/2023/02/07/115…

Caregivers play an important role in our society and our well-being. This Action News on 6abc story about reminded me of that and of how much we all need each other. Happy #NationalCaregiversDay! Matteo Iadonisi 6abc.com/philadephia-li…

As the use of marijuana continues to become more common, research and studies on the long-term effects of the substance continue to show new risks. bit.ly/3F9BI19

After shifting outdoors for the last two years, The Philadelphia Flower Show is back in its old home. But will it be back to the cultural event and fundraising juggernaut it once was? trib.al/jbKIGyf

I'm so excited for the #PHSFlowerShow! 🌸 So great to have it back at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Can't wait to see what the @PHSgardening has in store for us this year. Axios Mike D'Onofrio Isaac Avilucea axios.com/local/philadel…

“Colorectal cancer is rapidly shifting to diagnosis at a younger age,” according to a new American Cancer Society report. Since the mid-’90s, cases among people under 50 have increased by about 50%. It’s one of the deadliest cancers in this age group. bit.ly/3n8WYO4

A new CDC study found maternal death rates skyrocketed 40% during the second year of the pandemic, disproportionately affecting Black women. spr.ly/601137eCL

Happy #NationalDoctorsDay to all the doctors out there! You’re essential to the work we do at Independence Blue Cross and to our lives. Thank you!

The Precisionists, Inc. — a national workforce development program that employs people with autism — is expanding to Philadelphia with hopes of creating more than 500 jobs in the coming years. Aaron Moselle reports. whyy.org/articles/neuro…

IBX Population Health Specialists work with doctors to help improve members’ health. Read this blog to learn more about how their work with the Jefferson Health and Fox Chase Cancer Center mobile units make it easier for members to get preventive screenings. ibxsocial.com/3KB2OzR

When was the last time you volunteered? I'm a big proponent of giving back, especially with time. It helps me gain perspective and connect with people from all different walks of life. Loved reading this! The Associated Press Thalia Beaty #NationalVolunteerWeek apnews.com/article/volunt…

Powerful and beautifully written piece by Amy Silverstein, author. Thank you for sharing this important perspective on organ transplantation with us! The New York Times New York Times Opinion

New pilot between Independence Blue Cross and Penn Medicine eliminates prior authorization for select doctors ordering ultrasounds, CT scans, and PET scans. Can't wait to see how this help patients and reduces administrative burdens. Thanks for covering Harold Brubaker and The Philadelphia Inquirer!

Congratulations to everyone that presented at #ASCO23! It was great to read about the promising research that was shared. ASCO The ASCO Post

Caregiving can be really hard. It's nice to see that Independence Blue Cross understands the important role they play and has made an effort to give them extra support through Carallel. #caregiver #caregiving #seniors

Proud of the work Independence Blue Cross is doing to give people access to more equitable care! Kudos to all the participants Children's Hospital Penn Medicine Doylestown Health GVHHealth Jefferson Health Main Line Health Nemours Children's Health Penn Medicine Redeemer Health Tower Health Temple Health Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, Virtua Health

So thankful that I had the opportunity to attend Independence Blue Cross's 2nd annual Health Equity Summit and to hear Sandro Galea speak about whole-person health! #equity #healthequity youtu.be/zIlBRbIozdE

A coalition of 12 Philadelphia-area health systems have abandoned the use of race adjustments in four clinical tools trib.al/rmRA9F7

Kidney Stones kidney.org/kidney-topics/… via @NKF