L.A. Care Health Plan

John Baackes, L.A. Care CEO, joins Healthy Dose of Dialogue Podcast to discuss health care for L.A. County’s most under-resourced communities during COVID-19. During the podcast, which is hosted by Don Antonucci , Vice President of Growth at Blue Shield of California, Baackes also discusses health inequities and how the health plan is addressing them. Read the full article here: http://spr.ly/6185HAYMh

No Appointments Needed This Week at New COVID-19 Vaccination Sites in Palmdale and Lancaster The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is announcing that this week, everyone living or working in L.A. County 16 and older can receive the vaccine at the new Palmdale and Lancaster vaccination sites without setting up an appointment ahead of time. Registration for COVID-19 appointments will be completed on-site. Vaccination sites accepting walk-ups include:... Palmdale Oasis Recreation Center (in partnership with Curative) 3850 East Avenue S Palmdale, CA 93550 7 days a week 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Palmdale Metrolink Station 39000 Clock Tower Plaza Dr. Palmdale, CA 93550 (18 and older only) Tuesdays through Saturdays 10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. Lancaster Metrolink Station 44812 Sierra Hwy Lancaster, CA 93534 (18 and older only) Tuesdays through Saturdays 10:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. To learn how to make an appointment at other vaccination sites, what verifications patients will need to show at your vaccination appointment, and much more, visit: www.VaccinateLACounty.com (English) and www.VacunateLosAngeles.com (Spanish). #TogetherWeCan #FightCovid19 #VaccinesWork #StopTheSpread #ByeCovid #CovidBeGone #HerdImmunity #IGotTheShot #NotThrowingAwayMyShot #VaccineClinic #Vaccine #HealthyLA #LAStrong

"We got vaccinated to protect our baby." "Nos vacunamos para proteger a nuestro hijo." Babies under age 1 may be at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19 than older children, due to their immature immune systems and smaller airways, which make them more likely to develop breathing issues with respiratory virus infections.... Protect yourself, protect your baby. Get vaccinated. Los bebés menores de 1 año pueden tener un mayor riesgo que los niños mayores de enfermarse gravemente de COVID-19 por que su sistema inmunológico todavía esta inmaduro y tienen las vías respiratorias más pequeñas, lo que los hace más propensos a desarrollar problemas respiratorios. Protéjase, proteja a su bebé. Vacúnese. #VaccinesSaveLives #GetVaccinated #Vacúnate

Fully vaccinated and ready to roll! Walk-in or drive-thru our #vaccine clinic today at the San Fernando Swap Meet & Market Place - we'll be here until 5pm. No appointment needed! #OneAndDone

In this Healthcare Innovation article written by Mark Hagland, he shares how the landscape of healthcare payer-provider collaboration is genuinely and authentically evolving forward now. Dr. James Kyle, Medical Director for quality, diversity, equity and inclusion at L.A. Care, suggests that health plans should focus on being a valued partner with vulnerable populations and also describes the features of what he called a ‘next-level health plan. Full article available at: http://spr.ly/6186HAigK

April is Stress Awareness Month. Stress isn’t technically a disease, although it can have lasting effects on an individual’s mental health. Rather, it’s a response. Specifically, it’s one of the body’s natural physical, mental, and emotional reactions to an external stressor. Stress can help increase productivity, however, it can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, anxiety disorders, and gastrointestinal disorders in the long run. L.A. Care would like to give you a ...friendly reminder that it is okay to take a break as a simple way to reduce stress. #WellnessWednesday #StressAwarenessMonth

L.A. Care’s Chief of Communications and Community Relations Francisco Oaxaca will discuss the health plan’s transportation services that aim to improve the health outcomes of the health plan’s members at a two-panel conference titled Marrying New Technology with ‘Old School’ Transit & Air Quality Solutions, hosted by Move LA. As a vital social determinant of health, an adequate and reliable transportation service is fundamental to healthy communities. Individuals struggling w...ith access to transportation are much more likely to miss medical appointments, and as a result, experience poor health outcomes. The conference is today, Tuesday, April 21, 11:00 am 1 pm. Register here: https://www.movela.org/is_transit_a_solution_to_our_climate Read the full article here: https://www.lacare.org//la-cares-chief-communications-and- Call The Car

A big thanks to our employees participating in #DenimDay! Together we support survivors of sexual assault, and take part in a visual protest against the misconceptions that surround sexual violence. Breakout your denim and show some support!

Free groceries for the community! ¡Comida gratis para todos! This Saturday, our Community Resource Center in Palmdale is partnering with Voices of Our Youth to provide fresh and non-perishable groceries to anyone who needs them. Bags and boxes are available on a first-come, first-serve basis - so come early and wear a mask! ... This event is *drive-thru only* in order to remain as contactless as possible. Visit Lacare.org/events/food-pantry for more info and dates. #FoodSecurity is #HealthEquity. #WeAreLACare in partnership with Blue Shield of California

So, you want to be a flexitarian? You know about carnivores. You know about vegetarians and vegans. Did you know there is something in the middle? Known as a semi-vegetarian or flexitarian diet, this eating philosophy stresses the importance of putting vegetables and other plant-based foods at the center of your dining table, but you're not expected to entirely shun animal products.’ There seems to be a wide range of people that consider themselves semi-vegetarian, agrees J...anine Souffront, a registered dietitian and health educator supervisor with L.A. Care Health Plan, from those who do Meatless Mondays to those who will only eat animal products if at a friend’s house, at an occasional restaurant outing or have turkey on Thanksgiving. Here’s what you should know about following a semi-vegetarian diet. Read the full article: https://health.usnews.com//what-to-know-about-becoming-sem Written by: David Levine for U.S. News and World Report

Our employee, Fabiola, keeps it short and sweet. Vaccines protect us all! Thank you Fabiola. We think you are Fabio-lous... Vaccine appointment tools are available at lacare.org/vaccine.

Shout out to our Community Resource Centers and MEND Poverty, feeding hundreds of hungry people and families this past weekend. Our Community Resource Centers are partnering up with MEND and other local organizations to provide free groceries every week for the rest of the summer. Because #NobodyShouldGoHungry.... Check in with us on Mondays and Tuesdays for our free grocery event fliers, or check out lacare.org/events/food-pantry for more info and dates. #FoodSecurity is #HealthEquity. We are the Community Resource Centers of Los Angeles - a resource for you. We are L.A. Care in partnership with Blue Shield of California #ElevatingHealthcare

Tom sets another great example for our community, and shares his personal reasons for getting the COVID-19 vaccine. We see you Tom! Our community thanks you. Vaccine appointment tools are available at lacare.org/vaccine.

This past week during #BlackMaternalHealthWeek L.A. Care worked to deepen the national conversation about Black maternal health in the U.S. and have shared Los Angeles based resources to support and advocate for healthy birth outcomes for Black mothers and Black babies. According to Black Mamas Matter Alliance, this week was created to envision a world where Black mamas have the rights, respect, and resources to thrive before, during, and after pregnancy. We thank Chant...el Runnels, a trained doula with FrontLine Doulas for agreeing to be interviewed for our Instagram Live: Value of a Doula. The recording can be found here. https://www.instagram.com/lacarehealth/?hl=en We also thank Chantel for assistance in creating this informative IG reel about what a doula provides https://www.instagram.com/reel/CNyFG7hAxm8/ One week is not enough to -- please continue to learn with us: LISTEN to a live recording of the Black Maternal Health, A Vision and Voice for Equity Community Webinar initially hosted by L.A. Care on February 4th 2021. https://youtu.be/hAJE6A8gpOQ ACCESS #ResourcesandServices that support #HealthyBirthOutcomes at lacare.org/pregnancy Los Angeles based #BMHW resources: FrontLine Doulas Joy In Birthing Foundation Birthworkers of Color Collective Long Beach SBCC Thrive L.A. Kindred Space LA_Birth,Lactation,Education Black Women For Wellness Los Angeles County African American Infant and Maternal Mortality What Do Doulas Do And How Can I Find One in LA LAist: https://bit.ly/2OGPUnK SUPPORT The Los Angeles County African American Infant and Maternal Mortality (AAIMM) Initiative believes that doulas can help combat the high rates of black infant and maternal deaths. Doulas are childbirth companions who contribute to improved birth outcomes and give women an empowering birthing experience overall. https://www.blackinfantsandfamilies.org/contact WATCH the Kim Anderson Story from the PBS acclaimed documentary Unnatural Causes that explores racism's impact on pregnancy outcomes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPCpB8zZP20.

A common theme amongst our employees' reasons for receiving the COVID-19 vaccine is protecting others. #DoYourPart Vaccine appointment tools are available at lacare.org/vaccine.

Dr. Shapiro answers your questions about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. What should I do if I got the Johnson & Johnson vaccine? Why exactly did the CDC put a pause on J&J?... Should I still get vaccinated? Dr. Ilan Shapiro, Medical Director of Health Education and Wellness at AltaMed Health Services, is a practicing physician who is dedicated to creating health education programs for Latino communities on both sides of the border. Dr. Shapiro acted as the Medical Advisor for the General Consulate of Mexico in Chicago and has practiced medicine at clinics throughout the nation, including Illinois, Florida, and California. "It's very important that we start vaccinating our communities against fear - with a dose of truth." We are L.A. Care Health Plan. #ElevatingHealthcare #VaccinesWork

Open enrollment has been extended through May 15 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you like your current plan and have no changes to report, you don't need to do a thing. Renewal is automatic. If the information you put on your application last year has changed, you must report it. Reportable changes include: Number of family member in the household Adding a dependent ... Making more or less money Different immigration status A new home address For more information visit the link in or bio. #HealthierTogether #OpenEnrollment #CoveredCalifornia #Renewals #Enrollment #HealthPlan #MedicalCoverage #LosAngeles #LACounty #WereHereForYou

HAPPY SATURDAY! Check out our new Sahaja Yoga Meditation videos - these simple and easy lessons are a great way to stay centered and focused during this holiday season. @BlueShieldofCA... #ActiveHealthyInformed #ActiveatHome #HealthyatHome #InformedatHome #SafeatHome #PrepareDontPanic #COVID19 #Coronavirus #ElevatingHealthCare #WeNeverStop #ActiveHealthyInformed #PartnersinHealth #HealthierTogetherLA #BeActive #BeHealthy #BeInformed #StayHome #HealthyCommunity #Healthfirst #livehealthy #healthishappiness #healthislife #livewell

The COVID-19 pandemic makes access to quality health care more important than ever! Enrollment period is OPEN now, with affordable plans allowing members with subsidies to pay as little as one dollar a month for health coverage. https://bit.ly/3n2fzqr

Lead from paint and other environmental hazards have harmful effects on children and can damage healthy cells. Blood lead poisoning can cause fatigue, heart problems, seizures and in extreme cases death. Ask your child’s doctor about getting tested for lead poisoning. Screening is free. For more information, please call L.A. Care Member Services at 1-888-839-9909 (TTY 711) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays or go to lacare.org/preventivecarescreening. #earlyde...tection #improvedhealthoutcomes #getleadtested #childhoodhealthscreening #bloodleadtesting See more

ABC7 was also at our San Fernando flu shot clinic over the weekend and got some great shots of the action! https://bit.ly/2J39dYt

The pandemic has unfortunately contributed to a blood shortage across the country. That's why, we are hosting another #blooddrive next Wednesday, December 23, to help ensure an adequate supply over the holidays. More about our upcoming blood drive here https://bit.ly/3p3cxmf

Our flu shot clinic in Pacoima this past weekend was a great way to get our community vaccinated. NBC LA was there to get some great shots. https://bit.ly/3ouQMMv

Your kids may need a break after their school work. Try out our Kids Boot Camp and keep them #activeathome before the holiday season. https://bit.ly/2WnILwj

November marks the beginning of #OpenEnrollment. We are happy to announce our low rates and large provider network. This year, we are holding a series of virtual events in English and Spanish, to help you better understand your options. More info at: https://bit.ly/2IXVwKn

The Student Life provides a great overview of our $5 million grant for the future KGI School of Medicine. You can read more about this grant here! https://bit.ly/3dWnhi5

Jill Murphy of Pharmacy Times writes about our partnership with IEHP to launch the California Right Meds Collaborative, a pharmacist-led initiative founded at USC School of Pharmacy. Check it out! https://bit.ly/37H5BpD

HAPPY FRIDAY! We'll drop this quick and healthy lunch right here to help kick-off your weekend...just in case you've run out of ideas. https://bit.ly/37x7V2h #ActiveHealthyInformed #QuickBites Blue Shield of California

This Health Payer Intelligence article by Kelsey Waddill gives a great summary of Social Determinants of Health, and includes great information about our Community Resource Centers from Francisco Oaxaca, our Communications and Community Relations chief. https://bit.ly/37NeqhJ

Linda Greenfeld, our chief product officer, lends some wisdom to this U.S. News and World Report article, "Open Enrollment: What You Should Know". Read more here! https://bit.ly/3krnlbT

Healthcare Innovation discusses our team-up with IEHP and USC School of Pharmacy on a pharmacy provider program in this article by Rajiv Leventhal https://bit.ly/34j8BpT

Looking to serve your community and earn additional income? Apply to be an Election Worker! Requirements: 18 years of age or older A resident of California ... A registered voter or a legal permanent resident All Election Workers will be trained and paid for their service. Have questions? Reach out to L.A. County Registrar-Recorder for more information.

Men and women get COVID-19 at the same rate, but men typically seek healthcare later relative to women"- Dr. Richard Seidman, in this Healthline article by Ann Pietrangelo. Read more here! https://bit.ly/31xN7ns

L.A. Care and IEHP are proud to announce the launch of the Pharmacist Provider Program. See what this could mean for our community's health here! https://bit.ly/3jmbP03

Rocio Castellanos, de L.A. Care y Mashi Nyssen, de Blue Shield Promise dieron una entrevista a KePadre Radio sobre nuestra clínica de gripe más reciente en Antelope Valley. Haga clic en el enlace para obtener más información. https://bit.ly/34iUmBF