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Moxi Stern, sitting in the IBX courtyard

Community Health & Well-being Health Equity

Why “outness” matters

National Coming Out Day is celebrated annually on Oct 11. An IBX associate discusses why…

Moxi SternOct 7, 2026

8 Year old boy having a tranquil moment with his grandfather at his home built fort made from chairs and blankets in the living room.

Health & Well-being Health Equity Well-being

Grandfamilies: The never-empty nest

Not all families look the same. Learn what grandfamilies are, how they form, what challenges…

Moxi SternSep 8, 2026

An older patient has a conversation with his physician. She is showing him something on a tablet.

Expert Advice Health & Well-being Health Equity Medicare Preventive Health

The 4Ms of age-friendly health care

Learn how the 4Ms of age-friendly care can help older adults get safer, more personal…

Luz Ramos, MD, MBA, CMD, FACP, AGSFJun 24, 2026

Senior gay couple having a lively conversation at breakfast about news on tablet.

Behavioral Health Health & Well-being Health Equity Medicare Preventive Health

Healthy Aging in the LGBTQIA+ Community

Aging in the LGBTQIA+ community often comes with difficult physical and mental health challenges. Affirming…

Moxi SternJun 3, 2026

Smiling Elderly Asian Man Enjoying a Pleasant Conversation on His Mobile Phone.

Health & Well-being Health Equity Medicare

How IBX social workers help our Medicare Advantage members

IBX social workers help our Medicare Advantage members overcome challenges involving things like food, housing,…

Whitney Strickland, LSWFeb 23, 2026

The young adult doctor talks to her female patient.

Expert Advice Health & Well-being Health Equity Preventive Health

Why Your Doctor is Asking You About Your Food, Housing, and Safety

Learn why doctors ask questions about your food, housing, and safety at appointments — discover…

Rachael Smith, MHA, RDNov 17, 2025

Mature man and female doctor discuss healthcare document. Serious consultation, indoors.

Benefits Expert Advice Health & Well-being Health Equity Member Resources Preventive Health

Better Health Literacy Means Better Preventive Care

Better health literacy means better preventive care. Learn how understanding health information can help more…

Lia Scalzo, DrPH, MPH, CHES, CMIOct 6, 2025

A clinician checks a young girl's heart rate with a stethoscope in an exam room.

Benefits Expert Advice Health & Well-being Health Equity Member Resources Preventive Health

How Federally Qualified Health Centers Transform Access to Care

Learn how Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) transform access to care, providing essential health services…

Lia Scalzo, DrPH, MPH, CHES, CMIAug 6, 2025

A young man volunteers with a food delivery service, handing a bag of groceries to an older man

Benefits Health Equity Medicare Member Resources Preventive Health

Reducing Food Insecurity in Our Neighborhoods

Reducing food insecurity in our neighborhoods is important and it connects people with the resources…

Rachael Smith, MHA, RDJun 18, 2025

Children creating art at a Boys and Girls club event

Behavioral Health Blue Crew Volunteers Community Corporate Citizenship Health & Well-being Health Equity Our People

Empowering Young Minds Through Creative Self-Expression

IBX and the Boys & Girls Club of Philadelphia have launched a joint initiative aimed…

IBX Insights TeamFeb 28, 2025

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