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Celebrating Change: Robyn Smith on Family, Advocacy, and the Changemaker Award

Receiving the Changemaker Award from the NYPENN Girl Scouts on behalf of Excellus BlueCross BlueShield was a deeply personal moment for Robyn Smith, CNY senior community investment and partnerships manager. It not only recognized the health plan’s commitment to health ...
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Supporting and strengthening families from the start

When Sabrina DeRoller found out she was pregnant, she faced a lot of unknowns. “I talked with my doctor about ...
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A Healthier Community

Celebrating Change: Robyn Smith on Family, Advocacy, and the Changemaker Award

Receiving the Changemaker Award from the NYPENN Girl Scouts on behalf of Excellus BlueCross BlueShield was a deeply personal moment ...
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Excellus BCBS Holds Toy Drive to Benefit Children at MVHS’ Hospital and Clinics

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS) and Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) want to make doctor visits a little less scary and ...
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Healthy Tips & Tricks

11 Easy Snacks to Help You Sleep Better

December 1, 2018 / Erika Gruszewski / 5 Comments on 11 Easy Snacks to Help You Sleep Better

Super Easy Chicken Tacos Recipe

March 24, 2017 / Edward Byrnes / No Comments on Super Easy Chicken Tacos Recipe

Energizing PB Date Bites

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Healthy Quinoa Summer Salad

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Freezer Meal: Prepare-ahead Chicken Parmesan

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Tasty Crock-Pot Beef Stroganoff

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We know that a health and wellness blog can mean so many different things to people. For us at A Healthier Upstate, it means sharing health and wellness expertise, news and trends for every phase of life—from fertility and pregnancy to raising kids to end-of-life issues, while creating a network of support. We hope our educational resources, know-how and practical tips will help readers become the best version of themselves.

We look forward to growing a community of active readers who are excited to share in the journey to create a healthier upstate New York.

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