Archives - January 1970
Archives - January 1970
Celebrating International Women’s Day and National Women in Construction Week
Not only is today International Women’s Day, but this week is also National Women in Construction Week, a time to honor women and promote them as an integral part of the construction industry. For its part, the New York City District Council of Carpenters (“NYCDCC”), which consists of nine Local… read more...
Resources for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and the NYCDCCBF would like to offer resources to help you learn more and take action toward prevention and early detection of colorectal cancer. Click here for a helpful brochure from our partners at Memorial Sloan Kettering (“MSK”), with information including: Risk Factors Symptoms… read more...
Resources for American Heart Month
Did you know that February is American Heart Month? To raise awareness and educate our members, the NYCDCCBF has put together a list of resources that promote cardiovascular health. Below you will find resources including videos, wellness tips, tools to monitor your heart health, and more. For more information about… read more...
NYCDCC Welfare Fund’s Telehealth Provider Has Changed from LiveHealth Online to MDLIVE
As part of the transition from Empire BlueCross BlueShield to Independence Administrators, effective January 1, 2023, the NYCDCC Welfare Fund also switched telehealth providers from LiveHealth Online to MDLIVE. (*This does not apply to retirees who are covered through UnitedHealthcare). We recommend that you set up your MDLIVE account as… read more...
January is National Eye Care Month
Practicing good eye care and visiting the eye doctor regularly are essential to healthy lives for people of all ages. While nearly 100 million Americans are at high risk for vision loss, only half have visited an eye doctor in the past 12 months. Learning more about eye care, eye… read more...
The Holidays and Your Wellness
The holiday season typically is a time of joyful celebrations with family and friends. Many people look forward to gathering, exchanging gifts, and celebrating traditions. A few things to keep in mind during this holiday season… - 1 in 3 Americans feel sad or lonely during the holidays. It’s normal… read more...
Be Sure to Update your Coordination of Benefits with Independence Administrators if you or an Eligible Dependent are Covered under Multiple Health Plans
If you or an eligible dependent are covered under multiple health plans, be sure to submit a Coordination of Benefits (“COB”) form to Independence Administrators (“IA”) so that your health insurance claims are processed properly. To submit or update your COB, you can: Call IA’s Customer Service Center at 1… read more...
December is Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness Month
WHAT IS SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons. In most cases, SAD symptoms begin in the late fall and early winter as the days become shorter. As days become shorter, the lower levels of sunlight may affect your… read more...
Caregiving and the Holidays: From Stress to Success!
As we celebrate the upcoming holidays, take a moment to thank a caregiver. Most of us will identify with the role of caregiver at some point. Whether it is caring for a child, an ill loved one, or an aging family member, the reality of caregiving is often demanding and… read more...
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Did you know that lung cancer is the #1 cause of cancer-related deaths in men and women in the United States? It develops when abnormal cells grow in either the lungs or the bronchi (the air tubes that lead to the lungs). Knowing your risk for getting lung cancer will… read more...
