The Fidelis Care Blog

During Women’s History Month, Fidelis Care is proud to recognize our 2026 Women of Impact. These leaders and changemakers strengthen our communities every day and help expand opportunities, uplift families, and inspire meaningful progress. We celebrate them for the dedication and compassion that help move our mission forward.   Xiomara Castro  Site Director, Westchester Community Health Center-Yonkers  Xiomara Castro is dedicated to expanding access to quality, preventive healthcare in the Yonkers community. As Site Director of Westchester Community Health Center, she ensures patients receive comprehensive care that supports both physical and mental well-being. Passionate about serving vulnerable populations, Xiomara believes preventive care

  We all know it’s important to get a good night’s sleep. We usually notice how important sleep is when we don’t get enough of it. We feel tired, cranky and maybe a little sick. In fact, sleep is key to our well-being. Studies show that good sleep helps: Energy Keeping a healthy weight Heart rate, blood pressure, blood sugar and hormones The ability to fight off sickness and heal from injuries Focus, memory and other brain functions Mental health, like our moods and ability to cope with stress Good sleep isn’t just about how many hours you sleep. It’s also about how

For many years, doctors believed colorectal cancer — cancer of the colon or rectum — mostly affected older adults. That idea is changing fast. In the United States, colon cancer is rising in people under age 50. At the same time, it is going down in people over 50. Why? Because more older adults are getting screened. Doctors can find and remove small growths before they turn into cancer. Why Colon Cancer Is Often Missed in Young People Here’s one of the most important, and frustrating, parts of the problem. When a 70-year-old has belly pain or rectal bleeding, doctors quickly think about cancer.

March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate women who have made a big difference in our world. In healthcare, many women have broken barriers and helped improve the way we care for people. Their hard work and ideas changed medicine and saved lives.   Florence Nightingale is known as the founder of modern nursing. During the Crimean War, she worked to make hospitals cleaner and safer. Her efforts lowered death rates and showed how important hygiene is in healthcare. Later, she started a nursing school and set standards that nurses still follow today.   Elizabeth Blackwell was the first woman in the

The Alex House Project would like to take a moment to highlight the impact of our partnership with Fidelis Care during Black History Month, and the visible results of this partnership in the lives of the low-income young parents we serve. Most of our population at TAHP are young Black mothers who come from some of the most underserved demographics in New York City, and who find themselves facing a host of unknowns as they begin their parenting journey. Partnering with Fidelis Care has enabled TAHP to further our reach in this community and assist them in ways that will shape the

As part of our ongoing work to improve the prior authorization (PA) process for both providers and members, Fidelis Care wants to share some important updates to our PA requirements.

Fidelis Care will host two Provider Office Hours in September 2026.

Fidelis Care has updated its 30-Day Readmission Payment Policy which establishes reimbursement guidelines for hospital readmissions occurring within thirty (30) days of discharge.

As summer comes to a close, families are getting ready for a new school year. Here are steps parents and caregivers can take to help children feel physically, emotionally, and mentally prepared for the year ahead. Safety First Whether walking, biking, or riding the bus, children should know how to get to and from school safely. Remind children to follow traffic signals, use crosswalks, and stay alert. Children who ride bikes should wear a properly fitted helmet. Reflective clothing or accessories can help children be seen when it is dark outside. Younger children may need an adult to go with them, while older

August is National Immunization Awareness Month. It’s a time to highlight the important role vaccines play in protecting individuals, families, and communities. Vaccines are one of the safest and most effective ways to prevent serious diseases and reduce their spread. Childhood immunizations protect against serious diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella, polio, Hepatitis A and B, and more. These vaccines help children stay healthy and provide protection as they grow into adulthood. The American Academy of Pediatrics has a recommended schedule that you can view here. Vaccinations are not just for children. Staying up to date with recommended vaccines is also important