People with complex medical and mental health needs to benefit as Horizon BCBSNJ expands personalized care proven to deliver ...

Mental health challenges rose throughout the pandemic for younger adults. Let’s ensure they come out the other side healthier and more resilient. ...

Here’s what experts say fully vaccinated people can and can’t do – and why. ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advise that pregnant women should get the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as the vaccine is available. There is currently no evidence that antibodies formed from COVID-19 vaccination cause any problem with preg...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advise that it is safe for breastfeeding mothers to continue breastfeeding after getting the COVID-19 vaccine. Breastfeeding is also safe if the mother was vaccinated during the pregnancy.Original Air Da...

This is our shot to stop COVID-19. Communities of color have been devastated by COVID-19. Minority communities continue to experience much higher rates of infection and hospitalization from the virus. A long history of health care inequality and barr...

Looking at electronic devices for too long can cause eye problems, but it’s probably not because of blue light. ...

Last summer, we were heartbroken and angered by the tragic killings of George Floyd and other Black Americans. George Floyd’s life mattered and his death was the catalyst for a renewed commitment to fight intolerance and injustice. Words were not eno...

Everyone deserves quality care. A new report shows how Horizon BCBSNJ delivers on this commitment for its Medicaid enrollees. ...

COVID-19 vaccines do not change or interact with your DNA in any way. The vaccines teach our bodies to make antibodies that protect us from getting infected if the real virus enters our bodies. Original Air Date: Tuesday April 6th, 2021Download trans...

Studies found that the two initial vaccines are both about 95% effective — and reported no serious or life-threatening side effects.The vaccines were created with a method that has been in development for years, so the companies could start the vacci...

People who are vaccinated still need to practice infection prevention precautions. Keep your mask on, and continue staying at least 6 feet from people outside your household, until further notice. Vaccines do not stop the coronavirus from entering yo...

Those with severe allergies should talk to their doctor before getting vaccinated for COVID-19. Most people with severe allergies are encouraged to get vaccinated. You may be asked to remain at the vaccination site for 30 minutes for observation.Orig...

You should be vaccinated regardless of whether you already had COVID-19. Experts do not yet know how long you are protected from getting sick again after recovering from COVID-19. It is possible—although rare—that you could be infected with the virus...

You may have mild or moderate side effects after getting vaccinated. These are normal signs that your body is building protection. Common side effects are pain, redness, and swelling in the arm where you received the shot, as well as tiredness, heada...

While some people that receive the vaccine may develop symptoms as their immune system responds, remember that this is common when receiving any vaccine and not considered serious or life-threatening. You cannot get COVID-19 infection from the COVID-...

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield New Jersey (BCBSNJ) and State government are teaming up to close the gaps in care for members and residents in need. ...

Dr. Cynthia Paige, a leading Black physician, says the vaccine can protect our families and our community. ...

A new town hall series to reveal the dangers of prescription painkillers for NJ’s high school athletes ...

One Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (BCBSNJ) member explains how an extraordinary customer service experience helped him navigate a complex health care system. ...

Horizon BCBSNJ condemns the bigotry, hatred and discrimination that has led to a rising level of violence and attacks on Asian Americans. We recognize that our members, employees, and neighbors - particularly those who are Asian American - are experi...

Before you get your shot, get the facts. ...

Some people get side effects. Some don’t. Either way, there’s no reason to worry about your level of protection. ...

As a champion of better health care quality, affordability, and experience for the Horizon BCBSNJ's members, Conlin built relationships and trust.  ...

See how Horizon’s Privacy Center of Excellence is working to protect members’ most sensitive information ...

Online myths about the vaccines have been alarming women about their ability to get pregnant and breastfeed. We’re here to debunk them. ...

Four things every woman should know about caring for their hearts during these stressful times ...

When does a loved one’s eating behaviors turn into a serious mental health condition? Find out. ...

For 25 years, The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey have been working collaboratively to address the issue of substance abuse in the state of New Jersey. Angelo Valente, Executive Director, Partne...

It’s never too early to start talking to kids about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. Dr. David Buch, Medical Director, Horizon Behavioral Health, offers advice to parents about how and when to start an open and honest dialogue about drugs and alcoho...