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Fidelis Care and Erie County Department of Health Remind Parents to Schedule Well Child Visits

7/26/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Children's Health, Health and Wellness, Immunizations

Fidelis Care and the Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) have partnered to encourage parents and caregivers to schedule well child visits and keep their children up to date with required immunizations ahead of the 2023-24 school year.

July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

7/20/2023 • Posted by Dr. Patrice Reives-Bright, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Fidelis Care Senior Medical Director • in Health and Wellness, Mental Health

Mental health is essential for everyone, regardless of background or ethnicity. Minority communities, however, face unique challenges in regard to mental health. That's why National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, observed in July, serves as an important reminder to prioritize the well-being of all individuals, particularly those who belong to marginalized and underserved communities.

Put Safety First to Ensure a Fun Summer

7/5/2023 • Posted by Dr. Lisa Moreno, Pediatrician and Fidelis Care Medical Director • in Children's Health, Health and Wellness

Summer is here! It’s time for children to enjoy the outdoors and spend time with friends. Here are some tips to help your children stay safe and healthy before the new school year.

After COVID-19 Pandemic, Making New Friendships Important for Men’s Health

6/20/2023 • Posted by Dr. Gaurav Malhotra and Dr. Sudeep Ross, Fidelis Care Medical Directors • in Health and Wellness, Men's Health, Mental Health

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected people’s lives in many ways, including its impact on our mental health. At the start of the pandemic, social distancing was required to reduce the spread of the disease. That meant many people started to work remotely and only saw their friends using online meeting platforms.

Fidelis Care Partners with New York Boulders to Fight Hunger in Rockland County

6/20/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Social Determinants of Health

Fidelis Care, a health plan serving more than 2.6 million members across New York State, and the New York Boulders baseball team are hosting four weeklong food drives as part of their 2023 season partnership. The food donations will benefit People to People, a community food pantry that serves Rockland County’s most vulnerable populations, including families, seniors and veterans.

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