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Rachel Coppola

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Rachel joined Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts in 2011 and has had a variety of communications responsibilities, including internal communications, public relations and video creation.

Rachel reports on general health news and has a particular interest in behavioral health, fitness and wellness, and seniors and aging.

Rachel has a background in print journalism and marketing communications. She received a bachelor of arts in English from Wellesley College and a master of business administration from Babson College’s F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business.

If you have an idea for a health news story or comments or questions about a story, please reach out.

Stories by Rachel Coppola

Patient Stories

As a community, we need to talk more about mental health

A Latina mom speaks out about her journey to overcome stigma, anxiety and depression

Social Wellbeing

“I love getting reimbursed $300 to take care of myself”

U.S. employees increasingly embrace mind-body benefits to improve wellbeing

Patient Stories

Why eye exams matter for people with diabetes

Preventive screenings, covered by Blue Cross, provide crucial opportunities for the right treatment at the right time

‘You can be happy again’

A local firefighter made his mental health a priority. Now he’s encouraging others to do the same

Preventive Care

High blood pressure basics: Check it, treat it

Clinicians encourage individuals to know their blood pressure numbers and seek treatment if elevated

Patient Stories

Is a virtual PCP right for me?

New digital primary care options emerge amid rising need for both physical and mental health support

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