Lindsay Knake

• A new study found mental health among American mothers has declined during the past several years.
• Declining mental health is linked to physical health problems such as heart disease and diabetes.
• Blue Cross is working to improve access to mental health care through crisis services, virtual visits and embedded behavioral health professionals in primary care offices.

• On average, women in the United States live about five years longer than men.
• Men are more likely to die from certain health conditions, including heart disease and diabetes, and are less likely to seek preventive care.
• To improve their health and reduce the risk of chronic conditions, men can take steps such as seeking preventive care, eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly and building relationships.

• The Thumb Area Community Health Partnership has received a grant to improve website accessibility for people with disabilities.
• The grant provide workshops to help health agencies make their websites more accessible.
• The project aims to empower individuals with disabilities by providing equal access to critical health information and services, improving overall health outcomes in the Thumb.

Medically Reviewed by: Jennifer Wulff, M.D.

Medically Reviewed by: Michael Kobernick, M.D.

Medically Reviewed by: Gregory Scherle, M.D.

Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Kristyn Gregory, D.O.

Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Patricia Ferguson, M.D.

Medically Reviewed by: Michael Kobernick, M.D.

Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Kristyn Gregory, D.O.

Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Kristyn Gregory, D.O.

Medically Reviewed by: Jessica Huhn, M.D.

Medically Reviewed by: Shanthi Appelö

Medically Reviewed by: Dr. William Beecroft, M.D.

Medically Reviewed by: James Grant, M.D.