Preparing for the flu   Strategies To Avoid the Flu With fall almost here in the northern hemisphere, that means flu season is also near. Millions of people each year get the flu and experience common symptoms such as a fever, coughing, sore throat or runny nose. Many people get their yearly flu shot, but there are other strategies you can use to help you avoid getting sick. If you are interested in getting a flu shot, check your certificate of coverage on the Member Hub to see if your plan covers the cost.   Dealing with Difficult Emotions Feelings of happiness and joy are great to have, but it is not healthy to ignore feeling bad. It’s important to acknowledge negative emotions. Understanding and finding ways to deal with these feelings can be key to being at peace. You have access to multiple support services through your healthcare coverage that can help. You can access the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through the Member Hub. Member Tools: Savings Center Through your healthcare plan, you have access to the Savings Center. You can find it on the GeoBlue® Wellness Portal. This hub offers you and your family discounts on things like gym memberships and workout clothes. There are more deals you can check out too. Here’s how to find them. To access the Savings Center:   1.   Sign in to the GeoBlue Member Hub   2.   Click on the “Wellness” tab   3.   At the bottom of this page, click on the “Wellness Portal”   4.   Scroll to the “Centers” section and select “Savings”   “The person who helped me was very kind, patient and friendly. She was understanding of my situation and was willing to help me with my issue. I felt very appreciated, and I thought she was very efficient and professional.” – 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.   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. 4 Ever Life Insurance Company is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. Services are provided by WorkPlace Options, an independent company that is not affiliated with GeoBlue and does not provide Blue Cross or Blue Shield products or services. WorkPlace Options is solely responsible for referring participants for counseling, coaching and work-life services and health assessments by providers who are appropriately licensed by local authorities. The evaluation and efficacy of any service delivered by a provider lies solely with the employee, spouse, dependent or other authorized party who inquires on behalf of those or other participants. GeoBlue shall have no responsibility or liability whatsoever for any aspect of the provider counseling, coaching, work-life services and health assessments or other similar services, or the counselor/participant relationship. CORP99444-MEM-9/23