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September is National Cholesterol Education Month |
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 What's your cholesterol IQ? September is National Cholesterol Education Month, a perfect time to check your cholesterol and take action if needed. Your health care provider can help determine your cholesterol, and the link between your food and lifestyle choices and their effect on cholesterol levels.
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Top 5 Ways to Reduce Your Cholesterol |
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 Everyone needs cholesterol to build healthy cells in the body, but there is a limit. High cholesterol increases your risk for heart disease, heart attack and stroke. High cholesterol causes a waxy build-up in your vessels that prevents much-needed oxygenated blood from reaching all of your cells.
Sometimes high cholesterol is inherited, but it can be managed with lifestyle changes and/or medication. The Mayo Clinic has identified five top lifestyle changes to reduce your cholesterol:
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Flu Shot Reminder | |
 Don't forget to protect yourself and your family from the flu this season. The State Health Plan is promoting Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina's "Stick It to the Flu" program to make getting a seasonal flu shot convenient for Plan members. The seasonal flu vaccine will also include the vaccination for H1N1. One vaccination covers both.
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New Pharmacy Prior Authorization Programs for October 3, 2011 | |
 On October 3, 2011, the State Health Plan will begin pharmacy prior authorization programs for Cambia® (diclofenac potassium powder for oral solution), topical tretinoin products and Tazorac®(tazarotene).
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Pharmacy Program Reduces Cost of Generic Cholesterol-Lowering Medications | |
It's vital to take medications as prescribed. For instance, when State Health Plan members who have high cholesterol do not take their medications correctly, they can endanger their health and increase their risk of heart disease.
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Important Information for Members with Diabetes | |
 Understanding your benefits can be confusing, so the State Health Plan is here to help. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, your benefit plan will cover any medically necessary diabetic equipment and supplies.
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Don't Forget to Show Your Member ID Card! | |
 The State Health Plan encourages members to find ways to stretch their health care dollars. One way to save is to use generic prescriptions. Many pharmacies offer $4 generics that really cut down on your out-of-pocket expenses.
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When Can I Add a Dependent to My Benefit Plan? | |
 To help the State Health Plan better serve you, members have an obligation to keep the Plan updated on any changes involving the status of dependents. Active employees can add a dependent to their plan during Annual Enrollment periods or the first of any month following notification, if they experience a qualifying event. That notice must be given within 30 days of the event.
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