Earlier this year, we convened some of the brightest luminaries in the industry to collaborate, debate, and discuss one of Abarca’s biggest priorities: finding a better way in healthcare. Here are just a few of our takeaways from the event: We’re left with more (refined) questions. Sometimes, a serious discussion with experts leaves participants with […]
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December 18th, 2023 by PatriciaCoping with Long COVID: A Comprehensive Guide
December 12th, 2023 by PatriciaIn the aftermath of battling COVID-19, some individuals find themselves grappling with a persistent enemy — Long COVID. This guide aims to be a beacon of understanding and support for those navigating the intricate landscape of prolonged COVID-19 symptoms. As we embark on this journey, we will explore the nature of Long COVID, its impact […]
This December, Abarca is Celebrating National Influenza Vaccination Week
December 5th, 2023 by PatriciaAbarca is raising awareness of influenza vaccination and the benefits of getting vaccinated against the flu. National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) is an annual awareness campaign in the U.S. that encourages everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated against influenza or the flu. It is led by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
The state of COVID-19
November 30th, 2023 by PatriciaIt’s hard to believe it has been more than three years since the COVID public health emergency began. And while the landscape looks a bit different now, we cannot forget the magnitude of this pandemic, and the risks and challenges it continues to pose. As of November 11, 2023, there have been 6,484,329 hospitalizations and […]
AI in Healthcare
November 30th, 2023 by PatriciaWhile everyone seems to be talking about AI, in many ways, AI is still in its infancy. And as we start to see it adopted in certain aspects of healthcare, it is already clear that AI will play an important role in the industry’s future. How can AI be used in healthcare? Most of the […]
Are we on track for Healthcare 2030?
November 30th, 2023 by PatriciaAt the first-ever Abarca Forward event, we discussed an outlined vision for what the healthcare industry would look like at the start of the next decade. As we prepare for the new year, let’s check in and see if the industry has made any progress towards these predictions for Healthcare 2030. Prediction: Convenient and affordable […]
Abarca named in Computerworld 2024 list of Best Places to Work in IT
November 28th, 2023 by GabrielleSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Abarca, a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) transforming the industry with a new approach to technology and business practices, announced that Foundry’s Computerworld has named it one of the 2024 Best Places to Work in IT. “Abarca has built, grown, and evolved our organization upon our advanced technology and powerfully positive […]
Join Abarca in Celebrating Movember This Month
November 9th, 2023 by PatriciaThis November, Abarca is celebrating Movember, or Men’s Health Awareness Month. Movember is an annual campaign advocating for men’s health issues, like prostate and testicular cancer, as well as men’s mental health and suicide prevention. It aims to promote the detection and prevention of these diseases through testing and screening for these cancers and for […]
American Diabetes Month: Access to Diabetes Care
November 2nd, 2023 by PatriciaAbarca has your back, whether you have just been diagnosed, are fighting one of the types, or preventing it; together, we can change the future. A concerning total of 37.3 million people of all ages had diabetes in 2019. Over 8.5 million adults around 18 and older have undiagnosed diabetes, meaning that 11.3% of the […]
Meet an Abarcan: Mercibel Gonzalez, Chief People Officer
October 31st, 2023 by PatriciaMoving forward, together. At Abarca, we consider our people to be our greatest asset. We spoke to Mercibel Gonzalez, our Chief People Officer, about our approach to culture, feedback, and fostering a team that’s dedicated to delivering seamless and personalized healthcare. How are Abarcans making healthcare more seamless and personalized for everyone? As an organization, […]