July 30, 2024 (SOMERVILLE, MA) – Mass General Brigham Health Plan is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Backpacks for Bright Futures event on Friday, August 2 in Framingham, Massachusetts. The event is hosted by the American Lung Association and invites students of all grade levels to receive a free backpack filled with school supplies and vape-free resources.
This annual event highlights the importance of talking to kids about smoking and vaping prevention. During the event, a diverse range of resources and support available in our community will be shared with students and their families, including asthma materials. There will also be an asthma educator from Mass General Brigham Health Plan onsite to answer lung-related questions.
Mass General Brigham Health Plan’s sponsorship of the American Lung Association is part of a comprehensive Community Benefits program that supports local organizations to meet the needs of communities in a variety of ways to promote health and well-being. Areas of focus include addressing chronic disease, mental health, substance use, and housing stability and other social determinants of health.
The event is free and open to the public. All are welcome to drop-in, and supplies will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit the event website for additional details.
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Mass General Brigham Health Plan serves commercial, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid members. For almost 40 years, Mass General Brigham Health Plan has been committed to delivering an exceptional member experience. As a member of Mass General Brigham, we are advancing innovative solutions through value-based care models that center on the health needs of our members and enable seamless and affordable care.
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