Black bean and corn salsa This black bean and corn salsa recipe is more of an outline because it’s meant to be adjusted to what you have on hand – and to your taste buds. Switch out the onion, mix up different types of tomatoes and rev up the heat with more [...]
Be safe and smart in the sun Hooray for summer! It’s a time to relax, take a vacation and enjoy the sunshine. But unless you’re careful, soaking up the sun could lead to serious health risks. Did you know that the sun can damage your skin in as little as 15 minutes? [...]
Find what you need in the MESSA app MESSA’s digital tools — your MyMESSA member portal and the MESSA app — make it easy to access your plan information whenever and wherever you need to. When you need quick access to your MESSA health plan details or virtual MESSA card, look no [...]
Get to know your MyMESSA member account As a MESSA member, you can create a MyMESSA member account at messa.org where you can conveniently do simple tasks like track the progress of your deductible, view explanation of benefits (EOB) and order MESSA cards. Here are some other things you can do [...]
Play safe, stay safe in the water When the scorching summer sun feels like it is actually leaning on your shoulders, there’s no better way to cool off than a fun-filled splash at your favorite water park, pool or lake. But with great fun — whether it’s a simple swim or a [...]
Banana oat muffins These gluten-free muffins are moist, delicious and low in fat. Grab a couple of them for a healthy on-the-go breakfast or a quick pick-me-up snack between evening activities. You can experiment with different mix-ins, such as nuts, blueberries or dried cranberries. 2 cups oats, quick cooking or old fashioned [...]
“If it's your job to eat a frog, it's best to do it first thing in the morning. And if it's your job to eat two frogs, it's best to eat the biggest one first.” Put your MESSA preventive health benefits to work for you This article is one [...]
Women’s Health Month: Your preventive care matters because YOU matter This article is one of a three-part series focused on Women’s Health Month, Men’s Health Month and MESSA’s preventive care benefits. It’s time for a little tough love. May is Women’s Health Month, a time when some of you — you know [...]
Men’s Health Month: Make time to prioritize your health This article is one of a three-part series focused on Women’s Health Month, Men’s Health Month and MESSA’s preventive care benefits. Hey, men, real talk: It’s time to put away your ego and pride and visit the doctor. Have you had your prostate [...]
A race to save Callan When every minute counts, MESSA’s unmatched service helps bring peace of mind On a sun-splashed Thursday afternoon in Midland, Lisa Donovan gave birth to 8-pound, 7-ounce Callan. Born September 17, 2020, Callan passed all of his onsite newborn tests. But just days after Lisa, 34, and [...]
