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Here you’ll find the latest member news, bulletins and resources.
Online classes
Online classes
We offer online classes on a variety of health topics. Want to take part? You’ll need to register beforehand. We hold classes through WebEx.
How to sign up
Choose a date for the class you’d like to take and sign up using the WebEx webinar registration link.
Have questions? Or need language help?
You can get translation services at no cost. Just contact us 72 hours before your scheduled class. You can email us. Or call 1-866-827-2710 (TTY: 711) and ask to speak with the Prevention and Wellness Coordinator.
This 1-hour online class talks about high blood pressure and how it affects your health. Some things you’ll learn about:
- The warning signs of high blood pressure and how to get your blood pressure under control
- How to eat healthy and become more active
Class time: First Monday of every month, 12 PM to 1 PM
Upcoming classes:
May 2, 2002 — Heart health: Webex webinar registration link
June 6, 2022 — Heart health: Webex webinar registration link
July 11, 2022 — Heart health: Webex webinar registration link
August 1, 2022 — Heart health: Webex webinar registration link
September 12, 2022 — Heart health: Webex webinar registration link
October 3, 2022 — Heart health: Webex webinar registration link
November 7, 2022 — Heart health: Webex webinar registration link
December 5, 2022 — Heart health: Webex webinar registration link
This 1-hour online class talks about type 2 diabetes and the importance of diet and exercise. You’ll learn more about the condition, including how to:
- Count carbs and plan meals
- Be more active and aim for a healthy weight
Class time: Second Tuesday of every month, 12 PM to 1 PM
Upcoming classes:
April 12, 2022 — Basics of type 2 diabetes: Webex webinar registration link
May 10, 2022 — Basics of type 2 diabetes: Webex webinar registration link
June 14, 2022 — Basics of type 2 diabetes: Webex webinar registration link
July 12, 2022 — Basics of type 2 diabetes: Webex webinar registration link
August 9, 2022 — Basics of type 2 diabetes: Webex webinar registration link
September 13, 2022 — Basics of type 2 diabetes: Webex webinar registration link
October 11, 2022 — Basics of type 2 diabetes: Webex webinar registration link
November 15, 2022 — Basics of type 2 diabetes: Webex webinar registration link
December 13, 2022 — Basics of type 2 diabetes: Webex webinar registration link
This 1-hour online class provides an overview of helpful member programs and services. Learn more about your health plan and how to make the most of your benefits.
Class time: Third Friday of every month, 12 PM to 1 PM
Upcoming classes:
April 22, 2022 — Programs and services: Webex webinar registration link
May 20, 2022 — Programs and services: Webex webinar registration link
June 24, 2022 — Programs and services: Webex webinar registration link
July 22, 2022 — Programs and services: Webex webinar registration link
August 19, 2022 — Programs and services: Webex webinar registration link
September 23, 2022 — Programs and services: Webex webinar registration link
October 21, 2022 — Programs and services: Webex webinar registration link
November 18, 2022 — Programs and services: Webex webinar registration link
December 16, 2022 — Programs and services: Webex webinar registration link
Events
Learn more about our events coming soon to your area.
Events will be listed here.
Mobile health and wellness RV
When it comes to your health, we want to meet you where you are. That’s why we bring Cora, our mobile health and wellness RV, to you and your community.
Come check out Cora and you can learn healthy tips, like how to:
- Eat healthy on a budget
- Set goals and achieve them
- Stay more active
You’ll also enjoy healthy and fun activities like:
- A smoothie bar
- Games and fitness challenges
- Health screenings (body mass index (BMI) screening, for example)
You can check out Cora at one of our community events. Cora will be visiting community centers, health fairs and festivals across Maryland when it is safe to do so.
Newsletters
Spring 2022 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Winter 2021 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Fall 2021 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Summer 2021 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Spring 2021 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Fall 2020 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Summer 2020 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Spring 2020 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Fall 2019 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Summer 2019 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Winter 2018 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Fall 2018 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Summer 2018 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)
Spring 2018 newsletter — English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)