Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in the U.S.¹ That’s why it's crucial to take proactive steps now toward improving heart health, especially during Men’s Health Month. 

Did you know?

• Half of men who die from heart disease had no previous symptoms.
• Two major risk factors for heart disease are obesity and high blood pressure.
• High blood pressure, often called the "silent killer," typically has no symptoms, making regular checkups crucial for early detection and management.²

Men are also less likely than women to schedule yearly checkups or visit the doctor when they're sick.³ This is a problem because it makes it harder to treat health problems early. 

The good news

Many ongoing health conditions, such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, and certain cancers, can be more easily treated and managed when caught early by a doctor. 

By staying on top of their health, men can enjoy a better quality of life and are more likely be there for their loved ones for years to come.

Take action

If you've been putting off your yearly checkup, now is the perfect time to schedule an appointment. Give yourself and your family the gift of good health. If you need help finding a doctor, you can:

• Log in to your member account at FloridaBlue.com and use the Find a Doctor tool
• Call the number on the back of your member ID card

¹CDC. Leading Causes of Death – Males – All races and origins – United States, 2021.
²CDC. Men and Heart Disease.
³CDC. Interactive Health Stats for Adults.

2.7 million Floridians are family caregivers.¹ While often rewarding, being a caregiver can take a toll. In fact:

• More than 60% of caregivers experience symptoms of burnout, including anxiety, depression, and stress.² 

That’s why we’re here to support caregivers and make the caregiving journey a little easier with a range of resources: 

• Watch the Caregiver Connections Videos on YouTube. Learn more about self-care and strategies to avoid caregiver burnout with helpful videos like “Taking Care of You” and “Stress Less for a Happy Heart.”
• Join the Caregiver Connections Support Group. This free online community on Facebook is led by Florida Blue Center community specialists to bring caregivers together and offer advice and support. 
• Download the Family Caregiver Guide. Make a plan to help care for your loved one, understand their needs and health coverage, and find helpful tips and ideas.  

Talk to a community specialist

Our Florida Blue Center community specialists are here to give you support and connect you to local resources. Call 1-877-352-5830 or visit FloridaBlue.com/Center. 

Visit our caregiver page

At FloridaBlue.com/Caregiver, you’ll find more resources, including articles, videos, and webinars.

Please share this article with a caregiver in your life to help them connect with personalized support and resources available to everyone in the community. 

¹AARP. Valuing the Invaluable: Florida’s Family Caregivers Provide $40 Billion in Unpaid Care
²AARP. More Than 60% Say Caregiving Increased Their Level of Stress and Worry, New AARP Report Find

Use MyPrime.com to get the most out of your pharmacy benefits. Just enter the name of the medicine in the search bar and get immediate answers about your drug coverage, including: 

• Estimated costs for up to a 90-day supply of most medications 
• Pre-approval requirements a drug might need
• Forms your doctor might need to complete 

You can also check the status of your medication approval requests in the message center.

Get to MyPrime anywhere, anytime

Whether you're at the doctor's office or on-the-go, you can search for your medication and get the information you need to make informed decisions about your care.

Get started on the Florida Blue app

1. Log in to your Florida Blue account on the Florida Blue app
2. Go to My Plan and select Coverage
3. Click on Pharmacy Resources and then Helpful Links
4. Select MyPrime.com
5. Click Medicines and scroll to Find Medicines

Find MyPrime on the web

1. Log in to your Florida Blue account on the web 
2. Go to My Plan and click Pharmacy Resources
3. Select MyPrime.com
4. Click Medicines and scroll to Find Medicines

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