Winter 2021

The Wellness Wire

Volume 9 | Issue 1

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I am a State Group Insurance enrollee do I need to sign up for the Shared Savings Program to save on upcoming medical procedures for myself or my dependents

As a State Group Insurance enrollee you and your dependents are automatically eligible to participate in the Shared Savings Program at no additional cost It is easy to shop and earn rewards for high-quality low-cost eligible medical procedures

Learn more about how to start saving today here

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Medicare Advantage amp Prescription Drug (MA-PD) PlansDSGI

Your State Group Insurance Program (DSGI) offers Medicare Advantage amp Prescription Drug (MA-PD) plans for retirees

MA-PD plans offer benefits tailored to seniors at a lower cost than our secondary payor plans

You can enroll at any time during the year

For more information visit myBenefitsMyFloridacom

Health Plan Events

InfluenzaNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease (NIAID)

Influenza or flu is a contagious respiratory infection caused by several flu viruses that infect the nose throat and lungs People infected with the seasonal flu virus feel miserable with fever chills muscle aches coughing congestion headache and fatigue for a week or so Most people who get the flu get better within two weeks but some people may develop serious complications such as pneumonia

For more information visit nihgovPhoto Credit NIAID

Get your flu shot for FREE at participating pharmacies

Click below for events with participating Health Plans

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Breakfast is the most important meal of the dayChooseMyPlategov Try out the breakfast recipes below to freshen up your morning routine

Rise and Shine Cobbler

Banana Pancakes with Apple Topping

Fruit and Yogurt Breakfast Shake

For more recipes visit choosemyplategov

How active should I beUS Department of Health and Human Services According to the Physical Activity Guidelines published by the US Department of Health and Human Services

ldquoAdults should do at least 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 minutes) to 300 minutes (5 hours) a week of moderate-intensity or 75 minutes (1 hours and 15 minutes) to 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 minutes) a week of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity or an equivalent combination of moderate- and vigorous-intensity aerobic activity Preferably aerobic activity should be spread throughout the weekrdquo

Source page 56 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans

Jan - March 2021 Health Observances healthgov The US Department of Health and Human Services updates the health observances on a monthly basis

Check here for the current health observances

More information at healthgov

Plan out Your Checkups for the YearDSGI

There is no time like the present Itrsquos a new year and a great time to think about your mind and body Has there been anything yoursquove wanted to get checked out but keep putting off Perhaps you forget about it in the midst of your busy schedule Take some time to think about your health and schedule out your appointments ahead of time

As a State Group Insurance member if you are enrolled in the health plan and dental plan you have the following benefits available to you at $0 cost

Health Plan bull Yearly Wellness visit with your primary care physicianbull Yearly Well Womanrsquos Visitbull Mammogram Screeningsbull Immunizationsbull Well-child care including vision and hearing screeningsbull Screening mammogramsbull Colonorectal screenings cancer screening including colonoscopybull HIV screening

Dental Plan bull Twice a year (every 6 months) preventive cleaning

For more specific plan information and the benefits availabel to you and your dependents contact your health plan provider directly