Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah

10/29/2026

Mammograms should start sooner than you might think. Starting at 40, it’s recommended to get one every year.

Talk to your doctor about your family history, any changes you’ve noticed and whether you may need additional screening if you have dense breast tissue.

Preventive screenings can save lives and are covered for Regence members. Sign in to your regence.com account to learn more.

10/29/2026

Brooke Cowan, vice president of applied AI at Regence, appeared on the latest episode of the HealthChangers podcast to discuss how Regence is using artificial intelligence to improve the healthcare experience for our members.

This includes AI tools that help our members navigate their complex books of benefits, allow Regence clinicians to review claims faster and empower other Regence teams to identify unnecessary spending and make healthcare more affordable.

“When we’re evaluating new AI opportunities, we ask ourselves three important questions,” Cowan said. “One, will this make it easier for our members to navigate the healthcare experience? Two, is it going to lead to better health outcomes? And three, will it make it more affordable for the people who rely on the healthcare system?"

🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://news.regence.com/news/podcast/we-cant-lose-sight-of-the-opportunity-how-regence-uses-ai-to-make-care-more-affordable-and-accessible/

10/24/2026

It's never too soon, or too late, to start getting serious about establishing good credit.

Zions Bank president Nate Callister and U.S. Ski and Snowboard athlete Nick Groepper taught students at West High School the importance of credit scores and making good financial decisions.

Mike Van Roosendall, Zion Bank Retail Banking regional president, joined FOX 13 News in studio to discuss what parents can do to help teens find financial footing.

Regence Empower provides self-guided programs to help members get their finances in shape and lower their stress in the process. Visit the Regence portal for more information.

Zions Bankers are teaching hundreds of students in honor of National Get Smart About Credit Day, part of an effort that has reached more than 230,000 K-12 students since 2002

10/24/2026

Sepsis can happen to anyone — and knowing the warning signs could save a life.

Sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection. It can progress quickly, and its early symptoms may look like the flu, dehydration or another common illness. Dr. Mike Woodruff, Regence executive medical director, and FOX 13 News, encourage you to recognize the warning signs and act quickly to improve the chances of survival.

Watch for red flags such as fever or chills, unusual weakness, fainting, confusion, low blood pressure, a fast heart rate or rapid breathing — especially when symptoms feel out of the ordinary. If you are concerned, seek immediate medical care.

Surviving sepsis is a race against the clock. Get started on treatment early and win the race.

Why you need to know the warning signs of sepsis, who is most at risk and why quick treatment can save lives.

10/20/2026

Utah is facing a nursing shortage. With fewer than seven registered nurses per 1,000 residents, and nearly one in five Utah nurses is nearing retirement.

Miguel R. Rovira, director of community and business relations at Regence, and Jeff Olsen, Nightingale College president, sat down with FOX 13 News to discuss the importance of strengthening care teams to improve community health.

Nightingale College's distance-learning model helps students balance school with work, family, and other responsibilities. This approach provides access for more people to become nurses. Nurses help communities grow stronger and healthier.

"Addressing affordability and access to care requires innovation not only in costs of care but in how care is delivered," said Rovira. "Partnerships like this matter. they expand access to career pathways while strengthening the care teams that communities and employers rely on."

Utah has fewer than 7 registered nurses per 1,000 residents, and nearly one in five Utah nurses is nearing retirement.

10/19/2026

You have multiple doctors, multiple prescriptions and multiple frustrations.

What if one person could make healthcare work better for you?

Meet one of our care managers, Cody K, LMSW. Care managers like Cody offer personalized support for your health goals and treatment plans. They work behind the scenes as your

- Advisor
- Coordinator
- Health system navigator

Rest easy with a Regence care manager in your corner. Learn more in this video: https://youtu.be/BGjhdYFdh4I

10/15/2026

Myth: Preventive care is expensive, makes you miss school or work and only happens in a doctor’s office.

Fact: Some of the most significant actions we can take for our health are free, and can be done at home, at the grocery store, or even at the office.

From checking nutrition labels to taking a daily 10-minute walk in the park, our Executive Medical Directors share their top tips for improving your health.

10/12/2026

Women's health is much more than reproductive health or breast cancer screening. It's heart health, mental health, healthy aging and prevention. The good news is that many of the conditions that affect women most can be detected early and treated successfully when women stay connected with a primary care provider and keep up with recommended screenings.

Regence executive medical director Dr. Mike Woodruff and John Franchi, FOX 13 News, discussed the importance of taking a broader view of overall health and its impact on quality of life.

October is often associated with breast cancer awareness and reminders about routine screenings. But women’s health extends far beyond annual mammograms and preventive exams,

10/08/2026

Environmental health directly shapes our physical health. The air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat and the communities we live all impact the overall wellbeing of Utahns.

Regence and Utah Business met with community leaders to discuss how environmental conditions affect our overall physical and mental health, as well as its impact on businesses across the state.

Moderated by John Poelman, director of innovations at One Utah Health Collaborative, the roundtable brought together a diverse group of employers, researchers and public health leaders to identify, understand and collaborate to address the challenges each of us face.

Kim Frost, Regence director of government relations and public affairs, said it best, "This isn’t a political issue; it’s not a partisan issue. It’s a health issue. … Our health data that we’ve all been talking about really does resonate with the public because this is your parents, this is your children; these are the people that you care about."

At Regence, we are Utah residents. Together, we can make meaningful impact and improve community health.

Business, research and public health leaders share ways to protect workers, improve communication and collaborate on Utah’s environmental health challenges.

09/30/2026

When Regence member Mike G. woke up after emergency surgery, he had a colostomy, a wound vacuum device, and a long road ahead. A call from Regence nurse care manager Loyette M. changed everything.

Loyette became his guide, advocate, and lifeline through it all. From helping Mike navigate ostomy supplies to solving a prior authorization before he even left the pharmacy, Loyette was there every step of the way.

"When you know you're cared for... it's like a warm, fuzzy-blanket feeling." — Mike G.

Mike’s wound healed in 80 days. Doctors called it remarkable.

This is Regence Care Management. Learn more in Mike’s story: https://news.regence.com/news/when-member-mike-g-needed-support-most-regence-was-there/