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Finding beauty and compassion volunteering at Francis House

Partnerships with community-based organizations are vital to the mission of Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. We have been proud to support the Francis House through event sponsorship and volunteerism since 2017 as they fill a local need for end-of-life care for the ...
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Got Kids?

Our partnership helps parents see that self-care isn’t selfish

An autism diagnosis can be overwhelming for parents. That’s what David and Joreen Varecka heard shortly after their son Gavin’s ...
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A Healthier Community

Mission Moment: Member story: How our localism makes a difference

As an active community member and local senior center volunteer, Richard doesn’t like to sit still. However, sciatic nerve pain ...
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Finding beauty and compassion volunteering at Francis House

Partnerships with community-based organizations are vital to the mission of Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. We have been proud to support the ...
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Healthy Tips & Tricks

11 Easy Snacks to Help You Sleep Better

December 1, 2018 / Erika Gruszewski / 5 Comments on 11 Easy Snacks to Help You Sleep Better

Super Easy Chicken Tacos Recipe

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Energizing PB Date Bites

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Healthy Quinoa Summer Salad

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Freezer Meal: Prepare-ahead Chicken Parmesan

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Tasty Crock-Pot Beef Stroganoff

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About Us

We know that a health and wellness blog can mean so many different things to people. For us at A Healthier Upstate, it means sharing health and wellness expertise, news and trends for every phase of life—from fertility and pregnancy to raising kids to end-of-life issues, while creating a network of support. We hope our educational resources, know-how and practical tips will help readers become the best version of themselves.

We look forward to growing a community of active readers who are excited to share in the journey to create a healthier upstate New York.

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