Health Programs
The Alliance has many programs to help members stay healthy. Contact us about the special programs below or to request a brochure on any health topic. To learn more, send an email or call the Health Education Line at (800)700-3874 ext. 5580.
Asthma Education
Teaches members and parents
how to manage asthma. Learn how to avoid asthma attacks and use medicine
the best way.
Breastfeeding Support
Helps new moms succeed at breastfeeding. We also cover breast pumps
for moms returning to work or school.
Diabetes Education
Teaches members
how to manage their diabetes. Learn how to test blood sugar and use the
medicine. See how good food, exercise, and lowering stress can help you
stay healthy.
Reducing Emergency Room Use
Teaches members how to
avoid the emergency room when possible. Learn what to do when your child
gets sick. Manage chronic illness to stay healthier.
Immunization (IZ) Outreach
Encourages parents to make sure children get all their shots. Click here to see the current immunization schedule on the
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website.
Immunization (IZ) Registry
The immunization registry makes it easy for your doctor or clinic to know
which shots your child has received. It will also make it easy for you to
get a record of your child’s shots (yellow card) for school or child care.
Click here to see the
letter that was mailed to Alliance members. Click here for more
information on the registry.
Nutrition and Weight
Teaches members how to eat better to stay healthy.
Ask us about free or low-cost exercise and weight loss programs in your
area. Or request a free pedometer or exercise video.
Pregnancy
Encourages
pregnant women to get early prenatal care and a check-up after the birth.
Smoking Cessation
Helps members quit smoking through referrals to free telephone counseling.
We can also help you find a quit smoking class in your area. If you have
Alliance as your primary insurance, we will pay for you to attend the class.
This is a one-time benefit only. We also cover stop smoking aids such as
Zyban or nicotine gum or patches.