There are flood warnings in effect in parts of Vermont today due to this heavy rain. Remember, use caution and do not attempt to cross flooded roadways.

Today, BCBSM and @bluecrossvt received formal approval from the Vermont Department of Financial Regulation to affiliate and work together across both companies.

The affiliation enables our organizations to begin sharing resources and expertise to broaden health plan and service offerings. Learn more:

We are excited to share that we have received formal approval from the Vermont Department of Financial Regulation to affiliate with @BCBSM. https://t.co/meVpBrh8rm

Free COVID-19 tests are back! Every U.S. household is eligible to order 4 at-home tests. Order yours today at https://t.co/vYXG8nAY4Y.

Welcome back to our sweetest tradition – Apple Days!🍎 Enter our lottery by September 11 for a chance to win a voucher to pick your own free peck of apples at a participating orchard. https://t.co/Usn1WfjBuq

Mold and mildew growing on surfaces is one of the biggest problems after a flood. If a building was unable to be dried out within 24-48 hours after a flood, it probably has mold growing in it. Read about mold and how to protect your health after flooding: https://t.co/kTmzZKEpdQ

Thanks for featuring our Wellness Revolution program, @RutlandHerald! 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️ https://t.co/JFZPsFtcYL

We know it's hot today, but swim areas may still have debris, bacteria, and chemicals in them from the floods. Stay out of the water until it's calm and clear. Learn more about swim safety after flooding here: https://t.co/EsBmcPRzOR

Blue Cross Vermont and our partner @BCBSM jointly pledged $100,000 to the VT Flood Response and Recovery Fund 2023 to support the state’s recovery and rebuilding after the devastating July floods. #VTflood23 Read more:

Volunteering or working with folks who may not have access to online resources? Help us spread the word by printing & sharing this flood cleanup information: https://t.co/nQLAahrY3F Translations and more info at https://t.co/EsBmcPRzOR Thanks for helping protect your community!

Good morning, Vermont. It's Friday. While our team is reporting from across the state, we're also maintaining an up-to-date set of online resources about flood recovery. Here's what you need to know. ⬇️ #vtflood23

Damage to wells & springs from flooding can contaminate water. Get your drinking water from a known safe source. https://t.co/hOUszwIKP8 Call the VT Dept. of Health Lab at 802-338-4724 to get free drinking water tests for private wells & springs that were impacted by flooding.

If you have lost access to your medication, or need to refill prescriptions sooner than they are normally due, this adjustment should make it easier for you. Learn more:

Due to the State of Emergency from recent flooding, we are pausing our "Refill Too Soon" pharmacy restriction for Vermont residents with Vermont Blue Rx through July 25.

Find out how to stay safe in a flood, including fact sheets translated into many languages at https://t.co/EsBmcPRzOR and sign up for VTAlert for safety notifications at

Let’s be frank, the stakes are too high to get food poisoning when you're supposed to be celebrating! Warmer temps can cause foodborne germs to flourish, so be sure to follow these food safety tips this summer: https://t.co/5q6baBhN54

We are so proud to be part of this initiative. 💙 We are committed to help combat the youth mental health crisis here in Vermont.

Learn what specific questions you should ask your relatives on our blog, "Why a Family Health History Matters":

With a better understanding of your family health history, you can: ◾ Educate yourself about signs to watch for ◾ Talk to your doctor about ways to reduce risk ◾ Add info to your medical records ◾ Get screenings to detect a disease early ◾ Take action to prevent a disease