Racin’ to Save Lives 2017 Blood Drive
June 9th, 2017 in News, Other
Cox HealthPlans and CoxHealth Network will once again be taking part in the annual Racin’ to Save Lives 2017 Blood Drive Competition between Mercy and CoxHealth. Read More
Cox HealthPlans and CoxHealth Network will once again be taking part in the annual Racin’ to Save Lives 2017 Blood Drive Competition between Mercy and CoxHealth. Read More
June means the start of incredible weather, school vacations, the opening of lakes and swimming pools, and of course Father’s Day! This year, celebrate the father figures in your life with engaging, family activities that are a break from the normal weekend routine. Read More
The 26th Annual Med Mile and 5K run/walk is next Saturday June 3rd, 2017 at Cox Health Fitness Centers at The Meyer Center. All proceeds go to the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the event is presented by Heim-Young Associates. Read More
Take a moment this May to learn some preventive steps to lessen your child’s chances of developing Skin Cancer later in life. Read More
The Earth provides so many resources for us, but as there is constant growth in human population it is imperative that we do our part in preserving and protecting those resources. Recycling and using recycled materials are helpful in taking care of our planet for both ourselves and the future generations. As greenhouse gas emissions are on the rise, our efforts in conserving nature make a huge difference. Being mindful of product consumption and what is done with those products after use is very important in protecting our valuable natural resources. Read More
Since 1988 Habitat for Humanity has been working to help provide shelter for local residents through their Homebuying Program, Home Preservation & Repair, and Neighborhood Revitalization efforts. Each of these programs assist residents of Greene, Christian, and Webster counties obtain a home or make needed repairs to their current home. There are multiple ways to get involved. Every helping hand can make a difference. In the past year 5,785 individuals volunteered at the construction sites, in the ReStore, or during special events. Read More
Are you looking for a fun new way to gain ideas for meals? Hy-Vee offers a variety of cooking classes for many different age ranges and interests! Hy-Vee chefs hold classes that cover culinary skills such as knife cutlery, stocks/stews, seafood cookery and more! Read More
The Southwest Missouri Heart Walk is an American Heart Association annual community event. The event mixes fundraising and healthy physical activity to raise funds and awareness of the nation’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers (cardiovascular disease and stroke respectively). Read More
Your Annual Wellness Exam is available to you through your Preventive Services when you are covered under Cox HealthPlans insurance. This benefit is designed to do just that PREVENT. Chronic conditions and problems detected early have a better chance for treatment and cure. Schedule an appointment with your Primary Care Physician to discuss the screenings and exams you should have and when you need them. Most services are based on your age, health, family history and lifestyle (how you eat, your activity level and whether you smoke). Read More
Are you a new or expecting parent? We invite you to the annual CoxHealth Baby Affair on Saturday, April 8. This fun and educational event is open to the public from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., and is hosted in the West Pavilion, West Tower and Turner Center in the Dee Ann White Women’s and Children’s Hospital. This is a free event with demonstrations, door prizes, exhibits, vendors and classes. Grandparents, family and friends are welcome. For further detail, call The Women's Center at 269-4664. Donations of cloth or disposable diapers may be made to the Diaper Bank of the Ozarks. Read More
In 2016 alone, the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri helped nearly 6,000 animals in the Springfield area. The Humane Society welcomes all cats and dogs through its doors, and commits all available resources to not only help them find their forever home, but heal the wounds both visible and unseen. Read More
Beer Braised Irish Stew and Colcannon, Irish Potato Farls Read More
Growing your own vegetables is a great way to have fresh food over the summer. Starting a garden is easy and doesn’t take a lot of time to begin or maintain. Read More
In collaboration with CoxHealth, Cox HealthPlans is proud to offer our members DirectConnect. Read More
Taking time to volunteer is a great way to find purpose and meet new people. Here are just a few ways to get out and make a difference in our community. Read More
Even though winter can be full of fun activities like sledding and hot cocoa, it’s still easy to get the blues with those cold and dreary days. Here are some ideas to help you keep away the winter blues. Read More
Celebrate the season of love without adding love handles! Read More
We are now in the Special Enrollment Period of the year. This means you must have a Qualifying Event in order to enroll in a health plan until the next Open Enrollment Read More
Eating clean foods help your body and mind thrive by supplying high quality nutrients. Scientists found that a higher intake of fruits and veggies resulted in more energy, calm, and greater feelings of overall happiness. Below are several tips to help you get started on clean eating! Read More
With a new year, comes a new you! A healthy lifestyle is more than a new year’s resolution. Diet and exercise combined can make a huge impact on your health. Below are several tips to help you set attainable goals. Read More