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2/7/2024 • Posted by Su Chang, Director, Retention at Fidelis Care • in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Traditions, customs, and duration vary for Lunar New Year celebrations depending on the country. It is celebrated in East and Southeast Asian countries including China, Vietnam, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. The holiday is known as Chun Jie (Spring Festival) in China, Seollal in Korea, and Tet Nguyen Dan in Vietnam. Growing up as a Chinese American, my family always celebrated Lunar New Year. My parents emphasized the value of New Year traditions to pass along to the next generation.
2/1/2024 • Posted by Fidelis Care
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. This is a great time to raise awareness about the benefits of good oral health for children. Good dental habits have lifelong benefits. They can help prevent cavities and improve overall health outcomes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that cavities are one of the most common diseases during childhood and can be harmful to children’s overall health.
2/1/2024 • Posted by Jermel J. Hawkins, Jr., MD, MPH, Fidelis Care Sr. Medical Director
As a Fidelis Care Senior Medical Director, I take immense pride in acknowledging and celebrating Black History Month. This annual observance holds special significance for me, not only as a healthcare professional, but also as a member of the Black community. It provides us with a unique opportunity to reflect on the extraordinary contributions of the Black community, the challenges it has overcome, and those it still faces. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and strength that has characterized the Black experience, even in the face of systemic challenges.
1/18/2024 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Health and Wellness
Both preventive care and sick care are important to keep you healthy. But what is the difference? Preventive care means you are seeing your healthcare provider regularly to help you stay healthy. Regular well visits can help keep you from getting sick and find health problems early. On the other hand, sick care is when you see a provider because you are not feeling well.
1/10/2024 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Social Determinants of Health
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY [January10, 2024] – Fidelis Care, a statewide health plan with more than 2.5 million members in New York State and a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, announced the distribution of $315,000 in grant funding to 20 organizations dedicated to combating food insecurity and alleviating hunger across the state. Food insecurity impacts about one in ten households in New York.
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