Winter blues? Wintertime doesn’t have to be SAD When it’s cold outside and the days are short, do you find yourself feeling down and sleeping more? You may be suffering from seasonal affective disorder, considered a major form of depression. About 6% of Americans suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD), according to [...]
Perfect paleo granolaThis paleo-friendly granola goes heavy on nuts and seeds. If you’re not all-in on the paleo bandwagon, it also makes a delicious topping for a warm bowl of oatmeal in the morning.1 cup almonds1 cup pecans1 cup dried cranberries1 cup pumpkin seeds½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes½ cup sesame seeds1 teaspoon [...]
Letters for your auto insurance carrier Two letters confirming you have MESSA coverage that are often requested by your auto insurance carrier can be found in your MyMESSA member account. Each letter serves a distinct and specific purpose: Notice of qualified health coverage for auto personal injury protection (PIP) benefits: Changes [...]
Reminder: Your MESSA deductible resets Jan. 1 MESSA deductibles will reset on Jan. 1 and run the calendar year through Dec. 31. Health plan deductibles are similar to the deductibles on your auto and homeowners insurance. A deductible is a fixed amount of money you must pay before MESSA begins to pay [...]
Exercise at home for body and mind health Don’t let the cold keep you from moving As the temperatures drop, your motivation to exercise outdoors may also be in free fall. What’s more, you’re probably staying away from the gym with cases of COVID-19 on the rise. So what can you do [...]
Ovia health coaches provide on-demand support Registered nurses available to answer questions, no matter how big or small From family planning to pregnancy to parenthood, MESSA members have support when they need it from the three Ovia Health apps available at no cost to members and their covered dependents. Each Ovia Health [...]
Add your MESSA card to your Apple or Android wallet for easy access In addition to providing members with a digital MESSA card in the MyMESSA member portal, you can now add your card to your Apple or Android wallet for even faster access. Follow these three simple steps: On your smartphone, [...]
Pumpkin spice chia seed pudding It’s pumpkin spice season, and this luscious pudding is sure to be a new cold-weather favorite. A dessert that’s nutrient-rich and packed with vitamins, fiber and antioxidants? Yes, please. 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or full-fat canned coconut milk 1¼ cups pumpkin puree ½ cup pure maple [...]
Gratitude is powerful In good times and bad, there is always something to be grateful for There is no way around it — 2020 has been hard. Far too many people have lost family and friends to the novel coronavirus. Election politics revealed deep divisions in our nation that will take time [...]
Shop online for glasses + contacts with Eyeconic You can now shop online for eyeglasses, sunglasses and contacts — and even virtually try on eyewear options — from the comfort of your home with your MESSA vision plan. Eyeconic connects your MESSA vision benefits to the VSP network and allows for [...]
