The Fidelis Care Blog

Everything You Need to Know About Sleep Apnea

6/24/2021 • Posted by Kevin Narag, MD • in Caregiver Support, Health and Wellness

Roughly 20 million Americans have a condition called Sleep Apnea, which interferes with their ability to get the benefits of restful sleep. However, approximately 75% of these people may not even know that they have this condition.

Prostate Cancer Awareness and Prevention

6/21/2021 • Posted by Alan J. Wieder, MD • in Caregiver Support, Health and Wellness

Cancer of the prostate is the second most common cancer in men. The risk of developing prostate cancer increases with age, especially after the age of 65. African-American men, and in men with close relatives with prostate cancer have an increased chance of having prostate cancer.

5/6/2021 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Health and Wellness, In The Community, Lunchology

In recognition of National Women’s Checkup Day on Monday, May 10, Fidelis Care is encouraging women of all ages to make their health a priority and schedule an appointment for their annual checkup with their primary care provider.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month

5/3/2021 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Children's Health, Health and Wellness

Regular skin self-exams can help detect skin cancer and melanoma in its earliest stages, giving people the best chance for successful treatment. Look for changes or new, unusual growths on your skin by following these instructions from the American Academy of Dermatology

4/30/2021 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Children's Health, Health and Wellness, In The Community

From the five NYC boroughs, to Long Island, and the lower Hudson Valley, Free Football for All has a goal of reaching up to 4,000 children between the ages of 7-14 with the opportunity to play soccer and learn teamwork and leadership skills in safe, outdoor settings – all at no cost for families.

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Fidelis Care, New York City FC Kick Off 2023 ‘Free Football for All’ Soccer Program

6/20/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care

Fidelis Care, a health plan serving more than 2.6 million members across New York state, and New York City Football Club (NYCFC) will kick off this year’s “Free Football for All” program Monday, June 19 at Queens College in Flushing, Queens.

Beware of Health Insurance Renewal Scams

5/19/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care

New York State is warning people about new scams that target individuals with Medicaid Managed Care, Essential Plan, HARP, or Child Health Plus health insurance.

4/18/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care

In observance of National Minority Health Month this April, Fidelis Care is raising awareness about the health disparities facing minority populations. This year's theme, “Better Health Through Better Understanding,” focuses on how meeting cultural and linguistic needs can help improve health outcomes for individuals of all ages.

4/6/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care

Fidelis Care announced today it will begin an extensive educational outreach and awareness campaign to more than 2 million members across all 62 counties in New York State who will need to renew their health coverage for the first time in three years.

Fidelis Care Reinforces Importance of Dental Care for Children

3/6/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases during childhood and can be harmful to children’s overall health.

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