High Blood Pressure & What You Can Do
Florida State University medical student Jimmy Brown, who grew up in the Panhandle town of Hosford (pop. 704), has made a lasting impression of small-town humility and compassion with the Tallahassee physician-faculty members who taught him the intricacies of patient care over the last few years.
National Heart Health Month
Valentine’s Day in mid-February is recognized as a time to share your emotional heart, but Capital Health Plan reminds you that it’s also a good idea to think about your physical heart this February, which is National Heart Health Month.
Specialized Care for Older Adults is Now More Important Than Ever
The global COVID-19 pandemic has been a stark reminder of the importance of making sure our older friends and family members have access to quality health care. Even outside of COVID-19, our seniors need specialized doctors and facilities who understand and can accommodate the unique demands at this stage of life.
Heat-Related Illnesses
Summer is a time to relax and spend time with family. While we hope you’re enjoying these sunny days, Capital Health Plan would also like to remind you to take the proper precautions to protect yourself and your loved ones from heat-related illnesses.
Heart Health
February is Heart Health Month, and there is no better time to focus on one of the most important organs in the human body. The statistics about heart disease are staggering.
Avoiding the Flu
Influenza – the flu virus – can be a major inconvenience for anyone. But for adults over 50, young children, and those affected by chronic medical conditions, the flu can be deadly. This year’s flu season is one of the worst in recent history, and it’s hitting particularly hard in Florida and Georgia, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
November is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
November is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and Capital Health Plan was a proud sponsor of the Alzheimer’s Project Forget-Me-Not Walk honoring those who are fighting the disease and those who
Knowing Where To Get Medical Care
Today, your options for where to get medical care are greater than ever before. You may not even have to leave your home to get the care you want and need. You can choose based on what your health problem is and what works best for you and you don’t have to use one option for all of your health care needs.
5 Ways to Keep an Eye on Your Eye Health This Summer
Summer brings with it fun outdoor activities like lounging on the beach or by the pool, taking vacations, and a host of outdoor sports. But as temperatures heat up and sunshine lasts longer, it is crucial to protect ourselves from more than just sunburns.
Retiree Advantage (HMO) Seminar
Attend one of our seminars to learn more about CHP Retiree Advantage (HMO). Retiree Advantage (HMO) is an employer sponsored Medicare Advantage plan offered as a retiree benefit to Medicare eligible retirees and their Medicare eligible dependents. Please call CHP or your employer/former employer to determine if this benefit is available to you. Please RSVP by calling 850-518-6679 or 1-877-247-6512 (TTY 711).