CHP News
More than 1 in 3 people over the age of 65 experience falls each year.
In less than 10 years, every member of the Baby Boomer generation will have reached the age of 65.
What does a colonoscopy have to do with happy birthdays? Here’s your answer. The American Cancer Society's estimates that in 2022 there will be 106,180 new cases of colon cancer and 44,850 new cases of rectal cancer in the United States. These are unfortunate statistics since most of those cancers could be prevented with screening.
Across the Big Bend area, tens of thousands of children are set to go back to school in the coming days. While parents are scrambling to get the backpacks filled
August is here! Summer might be winding down, but Cataract Awareness Month is just gearing up- so what better time to shed light on the world’s leading cause of blindness?
Childhood obesity affects 1 in 5 American children, ultimately resulting in long-term health issues like diabetes, heart disease, weakened joints, and low self-esteem. Capital Health Plan (CHP) has been standing up to create a healthier community by encouraging children in the Big Bend to tackle fitness with a purpose through CHAMPIONS, a health and wellness program for K-8 public school students.
Amid a national blood shortage, just one donation can save multiple lives. Every two seconds, someone in the United States is in need of blood – and just one donation can save up to three lives. June 14 is World Blood Donor Day, and we celebrate those who have given the gift of life and raise awareness of the importance blood donation plays in saving lives.
Capital Health Plan (CHP) is celebrating its 40th anniversary throughout the month of June. We are honoring this milestone by looking back at some of the organization’s accomplishments throughout the years.
Every 3.5 minutes, someone in the United States dies from a stroke, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This dangerous and deadly medical emergency can forever
Everyone should be able to get quality, comprehensive health coverage – that’s why Capital Health Plan (CHP) has created affordable new individual and family plans now offered on the Federal Health Care Exchange.