The Fidelis Care Blog

November is National Diabetes Month. It’s a time to raise awareness about diabetes and the importance of managing your health. Simple, everyday habits can make a difference. You do not have to make every change at once. Choose one healthy habit to focus on and build from there. Here are a few ways to get started. Know Your Numbers Keeping track of your health can help you and your care team understand how you are doing. Blood sugar, A1C, blood pressure, and cholesterol are important measures to watch. Check your blood sugar as recommended. Know your A1C and discuss your goal with

The upcoming holidays bring us together with the people we care about. It’s a time to think about happy memories and look forward to making more. November is also Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Take time to think about your health and the special moments you want to enjoy in the years ahead. If you smoke or used to smoke, talk to your healthcare provider about lung cancer screening. Why Is Lung Cancer Screening Important? Lung cancer kills more people than any other type of cancer. Smoking is the main risk factor for lung cancer. Finding lung cancer early can make a big difference. Do not

New York State is responding to a growing measles outbreak in several rural counties. Gov. Kathy Hochul has declared a Disaster Emergency. This can help prevent the spread of this highly contagious disease and get more New Yorkers vaccinated and tested. What is measles? Measles is a virus that easily spreads through the air. It can spread when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or even breathes. The virus can stay in the air for up to two hours. Symptoms may include: High fever Cough Runny nose Red or watery eyes A rash that usually begins on the face and spreads downward Measles can

National Pharmacy Week, October 18-24, celebrates pharmacy professionals and the important role they play in helping people get and use their medications safely and effectively. At Fidelis Care, our pharmacy team supports our members, providers, and care teams by helping to improve health outcomes through medication management, clinical expertise, and compassionate service. In observance of National Pharmacy Week, we spoke with four members of our pharmacy staff about their journey and the impact of pharmacy professionals everywhere. Bryan D., Pharm.D., Fidelis Care Clinical Pharmacist Fidelis Care: What inspired you to enter the pharmacy field as a career? Bryan: I know it sounds cliché,

Hispanic Heritage Month is a special time of year for me because it is an opportunity to celebrate where we come from, the traditions that unite us, and the contributions that generations of Hispanic Americans have made to this country. At Goya Foods, our heritage is at the heart of who we are. Founded 90 years ago by Spanish immigrants, Goya has grown from a small family business into the largest Hispanic-owned food company in the United States, while remaining deeply connected to the families and communities we serve.  For me, recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month goes beyond celebrating our food, music,

November is National Diabetes Month. It’s a time to raise awareness about diabetes and the importance of managing your health. Simple, everyday habits can make a difference. You do not have to make every change at once. Choose one healthy habit to focus on and build from there. Here are a few ways to get started. Know Your Numbers Keeping track of your health can help you and your care team understand how you are doing. Blood sugar, A1C, blood pressure, and cholesterol are important measures to watch. Check your blood sugar as recommended. Know your A1C and discuss your goal with

The upcoming holidays bring us together with the people we care about. It’s a time to think about happy memories and look forward to making more. November is also Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Take time to think about your health and the special moments you want to enjoy in the years ahead. If you smoke or used to smoke, talk to your healthcare provider about lung cancer screening. Why Is Lung Cancer Screening Important? Lung cancer kills more people than any other type of cancer. Smoking is the main risk factor for lung cancer. Finding lung cancer early can make a big difference. Do not

Fidelis Care will host four Provider Office Hours in November 2026. During the webinars, Fidelis Care staff will be available to share information, provide an overview of provider resources, and answer your questions.

Fidelis Care, a statewide health plan serving more than 2 million members in New York State and a Centene Corporation company, has opened applications for up to $120,000 in Workforce Pathways to Health and Economic Mobility grants.

The following sections of the Fidelis Care authorization grids have been updated.