Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it can be preventable. September Is Suicide Prevention Month In the United States, September is Suicide Prevention Month. The global pandemic has taken an already growing issue of behavioral health and raised it to new heights. In fact, calls to the federal mental health crisis hotline were 900 percent greater in 2020 than the prior year.* Take advantage of telehealth services which include a variety of remote healthcare services beyond the doctor-patient relationship, often times advocating health education, social support, troubleshooting health issues and more. Telehealth services are designed to provide the physical, emotional and mental support to help manage the pressures of life, work, relationships and travel. Learn more about the support services available to you on the GeoBlue® Member Hub. *Kane, “People Have Increased Anxiety about COVID-19 – Telehealth Can Help,” The Hill, 2020. The Importance of Maintaining a Healthy Cholesterol Level If you are diagnosed with high cholesterol, you face an increased chance of heart disease or suffering a heart attack. There are a variety of factors that contribute to cholesterol levels, such as exercise, diet and even smoking. While there are medications that can help in lowering cholesterol, different lifestyle choices can also improve levels. Read more about the five ways you can improve your cholesterol and maintain a healthier lifestyle. Concierge-Level Services to Help You Manage Your Medical Needs GeoBlue members living overseas can submit service requests for non-urgent medical care such as traveling while pregnant, locating a specialist or help with arranging a second opinion consultation. If you need assistance finding care to help you stay healthy and safe, create a service request and a Global Service Center representative will contact you.   "Every time I contact GeoBlue via the Member Services number, I am responded to in a timely manner and the representative ensures all of my questions are answered and/or [connects] me with who will have those answers. Our coverage is exceptional and provides a peace of mind for my family." – MEMBER   Missed last month's newsletter? Want to refer to a previous issue? You can access previous issues online. Visit our RE:MEMBER Archive for the latest on staying healthy, happy and safe while living abroad. View Archive »   Access important plan information Find doctors and hospitals outside the U.S. Find doctors and hospitals inside the U.S. File a claim or check your claim status Emergency? Please seek help and then contact us +1-610-254-8771 You can also access the above services through the mobile app. Blue Cross Blue Shield Global® is a brand owned by Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. GeoBlue is the trade name of Worldwide Insurance Services, LLC (Worldwide Services Insurance Agency, LLC in California and New York), an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association: made available in cooperation with Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies in select service areas. Coverage is provided under insurance policies underwritten by 4 Ever Life Insurance Company, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, NAIC #80985 under policy form series 54.1201/54.1205/54.1215. CORP2160-MEM-GENLT-9/21