Empowering a healthier you
Get inspired to live a healthy lifestyle and improve your overall wellbeing with health resources and articles on the Virginia Premier blog.
Healthy Heartbeats™ Program Surpasses Virginia Premier Member Needs
When Jasmine Hawkins discovered she was pregnant, she enrolled in the Virginia Premier Healthy Heartbeats™ program. Jasmine worked with a Virginia Premier outreach worker during and after her pregnancy to ensure she had access to the resources and care she
Find the Doctor You Need
You could say there are two types of doctors who you are likely to work with to keep healthy—a primary care provider (PCP) or a specialist. What is a Primary Care Provider? A primary care provider is the kind of
Thanksgiving While Social Distancing
This year, Thanksgiving is still going to be a bit different than usual, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, you don’t have to call off the holiday. Virginia Premier has some tips to share on how to celebrate Thanksgiving while
COVID-19 Vaccines in Pregnancy: Myths Vs. Facts
Protecting yourself against COVID-19 by getting vaccinated is a big decision for everyone. If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or are breastfeeding, the decision becomes even heavier. It’s scientifically proven that getting the COVID-19 vaccine is the best
COVID-19 Clinic-Member Testimonials
In May 2021, Virginia Premier and Optima Health partnered with Rite Aid to host a free COVID-19 vaccine clinic for our health plan members. With the goal of providing a free and easy way for members to get vaccinated, Virginia
Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week
Virginia Premier celebrates National Breastfeeding Month this August. Our Healthy Heartbeats program hosted two webinars for World Breastfeeding Week (August 1 – 7). Watch the replay videos from the Virginia Premier Facebook page. All About Breastfeeding Breastfeeding is unique for
