OPINION: Addressing the health care affordability crisis in Kentucky
By Kennan Wethington, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Kentucky The people of Kentucky are facing unprecedented economic challenges. Combined with rising health care costs in the Commonwealth, people are faced with tough decisions. Families delaying or skipping care because of cost concerns impacts community health, workforce productivity and the local economy. It’s time […]
Transylvania, UK forge alliance to help advance Kentucky
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky The presidents of Transylvania University and the University of Kentucky recently announced an alliance between the two historic institutions to work together on programs and initiatives that will advance the health and well-being of their students and the Commonwealth. “We exist to serve Kentucky — that has been our mission […]
EKU and Anthem announce expansion of Anthem Rural Medicine Scholarship
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Kentucky recently announced a continuation of their work together to grow the number of frontline health care workers in the eastern region of the state, increase access to care and improve health outcomes for more Kentuckians. The Anthem […]
Count the Kicks expands stillbirth prevention efforts in Kentucky with support from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Stillbirth is a silent crisis that devastates over 21,000 families across the U.S. annually, including six in every 1,000 pregnancies in Kentucky. To combat this issue, Count the Kicks and the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation are bringing life-saving resources and education to more families across Kentucky. This […]
New Lexington comprehensive community health center will empower vulnerable Kentuckians
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Isaiah House, the Commonwealth’s largest Christ-centered nonprofit addiction recovery organization, announced its partnership with Lexington Rescue Mission to launch a first-in-the-nation community health center for all Kentuckians, especially those experiencing homelessness, food insecurity or struggling with substance use disorder. “We are thrilled to team up with Isaiah House to pioneer […]
OPINION: We’re getting great health care value here in Kentucky
By Nancy Galvagni and Kennan Wethington Health care comes with a substantial price tag, particularly in hospitals where skilled professionals and advanced technologies deliver innovative, lifesaving care every day. Despite the significant investments required for such high-quality operations, Kentucky consistently delivers world-class health care at a great value, outperforming our neighboring states and much of […]
University of Pikeville, Anthem Medicaid launch Dental Rural Medicine Scholarship
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky University of Pikeville (UPIKE) and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicaid in Kentucky (Anthem) celebrated the launch of the Anthem Dental Rural Medicine Scholarship at UPIKE’s Tanner College of Dental Medicine today. The new endowed scholarship will provide crucial financial support to dental students committed to practicing in rural […]
Lexington nonprofit tying haircuts to health
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky In many communities, the barbershop is more than just a place for a haircut. It’s a gathering place where stories are told, and information is exchanged. Project Ricochet, a community-based organization working diligently to increase equity in health care, hosted its first Barbershop Showcase and Public Health Fair at Lexington’s […]