Oct 2, 2023 Preventive Care Protect Yourself Against the Flu Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that affect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. The flu can cause mild to severe illness and even lead to hospitalization and death. According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an annual flu shot is the best way to help protect […]
Sep 28, 2023 Sports Partnerships 2023 Blue KC Sporting Samaritan Honoree Dominic Jacobs – month of September Blue KC and the Sporting KC have announced Our Lady of the Presentation Catholic School teacher Dominic Jacobs as the Blue KC Sporting Samaritan honoree for September. For the past nine years, Dominic Jacobs has been an influential leader at Our Lady of the Presentation Catholic School in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. In an effort to assist […]
Sep 21, 2023 Preventive Care The Flu: A Formidable Foe As viruses go, the influenza virus, commonly known as “the flu”, is especially devious. It can invade your body undetected, mask itself from the immune system, and lay dormant for hours until symptoms begin, which often include fever, chills, cough, sore throat, headache, fatigue, vomiting, and diarrhea. Millions of Americans are infected each year – […]
Sep 19, 2023 Sports Partnerships 2023 Blue KC Coaches with Character Honoree Megan Schmidt – month of September Blue KC and the “C” You in the Major Leagues Foundation have announced Sumner Academy coach Megan Schmidt as the Blue KC Coaches with Character honoree for September. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City (Blue KC) and the “C” You in the Major Leagues (CYITML) Foundation have announced Sumner Academy of Arts & Sciences girls’ tennis, basketball, […]
Sep 19, 2023 Using Your Benefits How to use SmartShopper Save money on qualified healthcare procedures and earn cash rewards when you shop and choose cost-effective, eligible procedures. You’re empowered to be a savvy customer of healthcare by shopping, getting estimated pricing, comparing procedure locations, and making informed decisions. As a part of your health plan benefits, you have access to SmartShopper. Utilize the program […]