In communities across North Carolina, too many young people are quietly battling stress, anxiety and depression, challenges that can disrupt friendships and affect their ability to focus on school and hobbies - or even dream about the future.

LAKE LURE, NC — Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC), in partnership with national nonprofit KABOOM!, unveiled a vibrant new playground at Morse Park — a milestone in western North Carolina’s recovery following Hurricane Helene...

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Oct. 13, 2025 – A first-of-its-kind clinical study shows that offering modest monthly grocery cards for produce leads to improvements in blood pressure compared to distributing pre-selected boxes of healthy food.

For more than a decade, Blue Cross NC has partnered with Charlotte Motor Speedway to use racing as a platform for community impact. This year, the company is building on its commitment by broadening its focus to serve additional North Carolina communities — addressing issues such as food insecurity while continuing to champion cancer prevention and survivor support.

Recovery is well underway across Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene. From immediate relief to long-term recovery efforts, significant strides have been made, and Blue Cross NC continues to stand with its members and communities in the region.

DURHAM, N.C. – In anticipation of impacts from Tropical Storm Imelda, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) customers can access early prescription refills through October 26, 2025 to ensure they can continue taking their...

Western North Carolina is more than just a place on the map; it is part of my story. The mountains, the people, and the sense of community have shaped my perspective in ways that continue to influence how I approach my work with our Medicaid managed care plan, Healthy Blue.

DURHAM, N.C. – Atrium Health, Cape Fear Valley Health, Cone Health, ECU Health, HCA Healthcare and Novant Health are the first hospital systems to sign agreements to join the statewide network for the Children and Families Specialty Plan (CFSP).

We are honored to be recognized in USA TODAY’s Food as Medicine Special Edition for our work advancing nutrition-based care. As Colleen Briggs, VP of Corporate Responsibility, shared: “We have 50,000 deaths per year around chronic conditions in our state… It’s a huge issue impacting not only individuals, but the whole health care system.”