Capital Health Plan Ranked Among The Nation’s Top 5 Commercial and Medicare Health Plans By U.S. News & World Report. CHP among “2009-10 America’s Best Health Insurance Plans,” top health plan in Florida.

CHP rated top health plan in Florida by its members

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Capital Health Plan has once again received national recognition. The Plan announced today that it was rated as the top-ranked health plan in Florida by the 2006 U.S. News & World Report and the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) in its ranking of “America’s Best Health Plans 2006.” Moreover, CHP was ranked fourth in the nation for its Medicare plans.

With the holiday season in full swing and New Year’s resolutions around the corner, Capital Health Plan today urged area residents not to forget about their health during this season of celebration.

“While people are pausing to give gifts to one another, this is a perfect time to give yourself the gift of good health,” said Dr. Nancy Van Vessem, Chief Medical Officer, Capital Health Plan. “This is a season where people can choose to ‘Live Well’ and take a positive step toward enhancing, enriching and extending their lives.”

National colorectal cancer deaths decline due to early detection

The American Cancer Society announced today that the total number of U.S. cancer deaths declined sharply in 2004, in large part due to the decreased mortality of colorectal cancers as a result of early detection and treatment.

Program helps children choose healthy lifestyles and regular fitness activities

Governor Charlie Crist today congratulated students at Augusta Raa Middle School for their healthy lifestyle choices that include vigorous exercise and a healthy diet. Governor Crist was joined by Capital Health Plan (CHP) CEO John Hogan, Leon County Schools Superintendent Jackie Pons and Principal Pat Keen. The students participate in a program before and after school known as CHP Champions.

It starts with a runny nose and then turns into a sore throat. Before you know it, you’re sneezing and coughing all over the place. Think you need to visit your doctor for an antibiotic? You may be surprised to hear that the answer is usually “no.”