Medical Notes

Osteoporosis continues to be a threat for about 55% of Americans (mostly women) age 50 and older. It’s estimated that about 10 million already have osteoporosis and 34 million may be at risk because of low bone mass.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, Inc. (BCBSF) continues to educate and remind targeted member populations annually about the importance of colorectal cancer screening.

Current research now indicates that infections from the mouth may be a factor in heart disease and stroke. There are one and one half million heart attacks and approximately 600,000 strokes in the United States each year.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, Inc. (BCBSF) remains committed to preventive screenings and educating our very diverse population of their importance.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, Inc. (BCBSF) recently conducted the 2009 annual medical record review of primary care physicians (PCPs) participating in our HMO network, Health Options, Inc.