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IBX executive Dr. Richard Snyder earns national and regional leadership honors

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IBX team wins first place at Google Code for the Cure Hackathon with AI prototype to make prior authorization clearer and fairer
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How managers can start mental health conversations
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Healthy aging in the LGBTQIA+ community
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Understanding depression to get the right care
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When AI can help with your health and when you need a doctor
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Using AI for health questions? Here’s what to know before you trust the answer.
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These teachers are being recognized by the Phillies, IBX for their extraordinary dedication
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Know a nurse that exceeds expectations? IBX seeks nominations for its Sunshine Award
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Feeling tired, bruising easily, or dealing with muscle cramps? It could point to a nutrient deficiency
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If meditation isn’t your thing, try these simple ways to clear your head
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Understanding anxiety and how to manage it
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Think you don’t have time to exercise? It may take less time than you think
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Recognizing signs of substance use disorder
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What you should know before going vegan
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Mental health vs. behavioral health: What’s the difference?
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IBX recognized as a Pioneer Age Friendly Medicare Advantage Plan
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Outstanding teachers can be nominated to receive a VIP package from the Phillies and IBX
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The overlooked nutrient your diet may be missing
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How busy families can stay healthy throughout the school year
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Be someone’s lifeline: Roll up your sleeve
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IBX’s commitment to getting health care right
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Why boredom might actually be good for your brain
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The power of routine and the role of micro habits
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Processing grief and healing after loss
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How using AblePay with their HSA helped a growing family reduce their health care expenses
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Healthy Recipe: Spring Salad with Buttermilk Dressing
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Healthy Recipe: Savory Cranberry Muffins
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Healthy Recipe: The Best Guacamole
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Healthy Recipe: Ginger Winter Fruit Salad
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Why intentions may work better than New Year’s resolutions
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How to keep kids active and engaged over winter break
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Healthy Recipe: Vegan Gingerbread Cookies
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What to know about pneumonia symptoms, causes, and treatment
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Why taking your medicine matters
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What you should know about concussions
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Healthy Recipe: Holiday Ricotta Cookies
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Why your doctor is asking you about your food, housing, and safety
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Suicide prevention: No more stigma
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How to keep holiday stress in check this season
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