Category: Community Cares

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Happy Mother’s Day from Community Health Choice Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms, grandmas, aunts, and mother figures in our Community Health Choice family! Today, we celebrate you and all that you do. You are the heart of our families and communities. Your love and care make the world a better place. On this special day, we want to remind you how important it is to take care of yourself, just like you take care of others. Sometimes, in the busy lives we lead, we forget to put ourselves first. But remember, when you take care of your

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Healthy Texan Week Recipes & Tips Celebrate with Easy Ways to Add More Fruits and Veggies to Your Day  May 5–11, 2025 Healthy Texan Week is about making simple changes that support better health! Hosted by Texas SNAP-Ed (Good Food, Good Move), this week is full of community events, games, and free resources to help you live a healthier life. One easy way to get started? Add a little more produce to your plate—without breaking the bank. This Healthy Texan Week, we’ve put together a daily recipe for May 5–11. Try a recipe each day to make healthy eating fun,

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Stroke Can Happen Fast. Learn the Signs and What to Do. Every 40 seconds in the United States, someone has a stroke. Stroke is a leading cause of disability and can happen to anyone. But the good news is that strokes can often be prevented and knowing the signs of a stroke can save a life. What Is a Stroke? A stroke happens when blood stops flowing to the brain or when a blood vessel in your brain bursts. This can affect your brain very fast. A stroke can cause problems with talking, walking, or even thinking. It can also

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × What Is Autism? How We Can Help You and Your Child April is Autism Awareness Month. At Community Health Choice, we care about you and your family. We want to help you learn more about autism and how to get support if you need it. What Is Autism? Autism is a condition that affects how a person learns, talks, plays, and acts with others. Some kids with autism talk a lot while others may not talk much at all. Some might like being around people and others may like to play alone. Every child with autism is different. Signs of

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Understanding Parkinson’s Disease April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month! Let’s learn more about this condition that affects so many people. What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease is a brain disorder that affects movement. It happens when certain brain cells, which make a chemical called dopamine, start to die (or are damaged). Dopamine helps control movement. When the body doesn’t have enough dopamine, it becomes harder to move smoothly. What are the Symptoms? Here are some common motor symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease: Tremors: Shaking, often in the hands or fingers (and feet). This is often the first sign people notice. Slow Movement (Bradykinesia): Everyday

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Taking Care of Your Health After Having a Baby After having a baby, it’s important to take care of your health. That means going to checkups, picking the right birth control, and doing things to stay healthy. Here’s a guide to help you know what to do. Postpartum Checkups: Why You Need Them A postpartum checkup is a doctor’s visit to make sure you’re healing and feeling okay after giving birth, and that you have the support you need at home. This visit usually happens 4-6 weeks after your baby is born. Here’s what might happen at your checkup: Body

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Easy Tips for Remembering to Take Your Asthma Medicine Taking care of your asthma is not just about having the right medicine, it is about using it the right way. If you don’t follow your doctor’s instructions, your asthma can get worse. Here are some tips to help you stick to your treatment plan. Why Is Taking Medicine the Right Way Important? Asthma medicine does two important things: Controller Medicines: These are taken every day to keep your airways calm. The medicine can lessen inflammation and swelling, prevent asthma attacks and help with chronic symptoms. Rescue Medicines: These help quickly

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × How Asthma is Diagnosed in Children vs. Adults Asthma is a health problem that makes it hard to breathe. Both children and adults can get asthma, but the way doctors check for it is different based on the person’s age. Children and adults may have the same symptoms, but the way doctors find out what is wrong can be different. What Are the Signs of Asthma? A whistling sound when breathing (wheezing) Trouble breathing or feeling out of breath A tight feeling in the chest Coughing that doesn’t stop, especially at night or early in the morning These symptoms happen