New health plan benefits began in January for many Texans. Now is a good time to understand your coverage so you can get the most out of your plan, stay healthier and even help save money in 2018. These tips can help you maximize your health plan’s offerings: Learn the lingo – Make sure to […]
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Tyrone Crawford and UnitedHealthcare of North Texas recently teamed up to donate new gym equipment to Dallas’ Voice of Hope Ministries, a non-profit organization that provides after-school and out-of-school care to low income children from pre-k to 12th grade. Crawford joined UnitedHealthcare leaders at a dedication ceremony at Voice of Hope […]
Of the more than 40 million caregivers in the United States, about 90 percent are caring for an aging relative, often a parent, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. And their ranks are rapidly growing as the population ages. Caregiving for an aging loved one can be incredibly challenging, encompassing a wide range of […]
Every year, millions of Americans make New Year’s resolutions, especially to exercise more, eat better and improve their health. However, many resolutions end in failure, with more than half of Americans giving up on their vows by the second week of February. But setting goals to maintain or improve your health is more than just […]
UnitedHealthcare of North Texas has contributed $5,000 to Christmas Cops, a program operated by the Plano Police Department that helps local families in need. UnitedHealthcare’s donation will purchase healthy meals, children’s toys, jackets and other household necessities. Police officers make direct referrals to the program, often submitting families they encounter during burglary investigations, family disturbances, […]
Give a gift that gives back this holiday season. UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF) is offering inspirational children’s storybooks, joke books, games and toys with 100 percent of the proceeds funding children’s medical grants. Gifts available through UHCCF include: Award-winning Oliver & Hope children’s storybooks Children’s joke books created by kids for kids Holiday cards designed […]
Texas ranks well among U.S. states in smoking rates (No. 5) and drug deaths (No. 10), two categories that help rank states as part of United Health Foundation’s America’s Health Rankings® Annual Report. The report, released today, finds Texas’ overall rank at No. 34. Another highlight for the state includes cancer deaths (No. 11). Obesity […]
With help from UnitedHealthcare, the Dallas Cowboys visited area children’s hospitals on Dec. 4. Players and cheerleaders brought gifts and signed autographs for patients at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, Cook Children’s Medical Center, Children’s Medical Center Dallas and Medical City Children’s Hospital. Each child received a “game sock” loaded with goodies from the […]
Wearable devices from Samsung and Garmin can now be used as part of UnitedHealthcare Motion™, a wellness program that offers people financial incentives for meeting daily walking goals. The Samsung Gear Fit2Pro and Gear Sport, as well as the Garmin vívosmart® 3, have been integrated and validated with Qualcomm Life’s 2net™ platform for medical-grade connectivity […]
November is National Prematurity Awareness Month, a time for families to think about the health of expectant mothers and babies, and how to have a safe and healthy pregnancy and delivery. One out of 10 babies nationwide each year is born prematurely, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While preterm births represent […]
