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06/16/2026

As technology evolves, unfortunately so do scammers. Phone calls sound like legitimate banks, text messages claim there’s suspicious activity on an account asking you to “verify” personal information.

The “Red Flags of Fraud" series is designed to help Michigan seniors recognize scams, protect personal information and stay connected to trusted resources. Here's when and where the events will take place this summer.

06/09/2026

Health care affordability starts with working together.

In a special edition of the A Healthier Michigan Podcast from the Mackinac Policy Conference, our President and CEO Tricia Keith joins Tina Freese Decker, Rob Casalou, Brian Peters and Todd Van Tol for a conversation on value-based care and affordability.

Hear how collaboration among insurers, providers and statewide health care leaders can help improve outcomes, reduce unnecessary care and support a healthier, more affordable future for Michigan residents.

Listen to the full episode: https://miblues.co/4x2yo0Y

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06/02/2026

DETROIT, May 27, 2026—Blue Cross Blue Shield o... S. Commercial Member Health Plan StudySM.

05/27/2026

DETROIT AND ANN ARBOR, Mich. — The top executi...

05/19/2026

Check out this podcast episode where Chuck Gaidica and Dr. Amy Milewski discuss tools to help you talk with family members about mental health and why it’s so important.

How To Talk About Mental Health With Family05.14.2026 | 1 min readPodcast00:0000:00Listen onAbout the ShowMental health struggles are not only difficult to deal with, but they can also be challenging to talk about. On this episode, Chuck Gaidica is joined by Dr. Amy Milewski, Vice President of Clini...

05/13/2026

A recent opinion piece in the Detroit News argues that corporate hospital systems are among the primary drivers of rising health care costs. Hospital consolidation can reduce competition, increase pricing power and affect what members and employers pay for coverage. Here's what that means for affordability in Michigan: https://www.bcbsm.mibluedaily.com/stories/affordabilitycontent/detroit-news-op-ed-recap-corporate-hospital-systems-are-driving-up-health-care-costs-in-michigan

A Detroit News opinion piece argues that the consolidation of corporate hospital systems is a major factor behind rising health care costs. As large systems acquire smaller providers, they gain pricing power that can lead to higher costs for patients.

05/05/2026

Here’s a look at the study and what taking a break from the internet on your phone could do for you.

04/28/2026

04/24/2026

In Michigan, preliminary 2025 data show that rates of symptomatic and infectious syphilis have increased 50% over the past 10 years according to recent data from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

Syphilis cases have doubled in Michigan between 2017 and 2022. Here's what's behind the rise, as well as a list of testing and treatment options.

04/21/2026

While it may seem like red tape, the goal with prior authorization is to ensure that members receive effective, quality care at the right time. Here's what we are doing to improve and streamline the process for members and providers alike.