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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Sponsors Free Bluebikes Adventure Passes on World Car Free Day

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Monday, September 19, 2022

BOSTON, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of World Car Free Day, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes on Thursday, September 22. Unlimited two-hour Adventure Passes, for a 24-hour period, will be available across the Bluebikes system's 11 municipalities: Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville, and Watertown. Blue Cross is the title sponsor of Bluebikes, a publicly-owned bike share managed by municipal staff and operated by Lyft.

Key Points: 
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield continues commitment to sustainability, encouraging residents to lead environmentally healthier lifestyles through complimentary access to public bike share system
    BOSTON, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of World Car Free Day, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes on Thursday, September 22.
  • Blue Cross is the title sponsor of Bluebikes, a publicly-owned bike share managed by municipal staff and operated by Lyft.
  • Blue Cross is sponsoring free Adventure Passes all day long in hopes that residents will travel via Bluebikes for the day rather than rely on passenger vehicles, helping to reduce emissions, air pollution and road congestion.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is the system's title sponsor.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Sponsors Free Bluebikes Adventure Passes Every Monday in August

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Monday, August 1, 2022

BOSTON, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Wellness Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is sponsoring free Bluebikes Adventure Passes each Monday in August, beginning August 1, as part of its second annual "Mindful Mondays" initiative. The free passes will be available across the system's 11 municipalities, including Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville and Watertown. Blue Cross is the title sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.

Key Points: 
  • "We hope that Metro Boston residents can get outside, practice mindfulness and enjoy a Bluebikes ride during a month that's dedicated to whole-body wellness."
  • By partnering with the municipal owners of Bluebikes, Blue Cross continues to support system growth and accessibility, including station expansions, upgrades and additional bikes.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is the system's title sponsor.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield ofMassachusetts( bluecrossma.org ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered inBoston.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Rolls Out 100 Proud Bluebikes to Celebrate Pride Month

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

BOSTON, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Pride Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is rolling out 100 Bluebikes wrapped in a rainbow pride-themed design through the month of June. Blue Cross Proud bikes will be integrated across the Bluebikes system's 11 municipalities (Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville and Watertown). Blue Cross is the title sponsor of Bluebikes, which is owned by the municipalities and operated by Lyft.

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  • For every ride on a Pride-themed bike in June, Bluebikes title sponsor Blue Cross will donate $1 to Fenway Health, in support of LGBTQ+ health care
    BOSTON, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Pride Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is rolling out 100 Bluebikes wrapped in a rainbow pride-themed design through the month of June.
  • To reflect its continued support of the LGBTQ+ community, Blue Cross will donate $1 for every ride taken on Blue Cross Proud bikes through the month of June to Fenway Health in Boston.
  • This is the third time Blue Cross has supported Fenway Health via Blue Cross Proud bikes.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ( bluecrossma.org ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered inBoston.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts to Sponsor Free Bluebikes Adventure Passes Every Sunday in May in Recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month and National Bike Month

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Friday, April 29, 2022

BOSTON, April 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") today announced the launch of "Miles for Mental Health," a month-long Bluebikes campaign to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month and celebrate National Bike Month. The campaign features complimentary Bluebikes rides on National Ride a Bike Day (Sunday, May 1); free Adventure Passes each Sunday in May across the Bluebikes system's 11 municipalities (Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville and Watertown); and the chance to win an annual Bluebikes membership. 

Key Points: 
  • Blue Cross, title sponsor of the publicly owned bikeshare system, aims to provide local residents free Adventure Passes as an opportunity to support their mental health and find ways to integrate healthy activities into their routines.
  • "At Blue Cross, we're dedicated to improving the mental and physical health of our communities," said Jeff Bellows, the organization's vice president of corporate citizenship and public affairs.
  • "Our Bluebikes sponsorship reinforces our commitment to the whole individual mind and body especially this month at the intersection of Mental Health Awareness Month and National Bike Month.
  • Riders can take advantage of free Adventure Passes on May 1 by downloading the Bluebikes app on a mobile device and selecting "Adventure Pass."

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Sponsors Free Bluebikes Rides on Election Day

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021

BOSTON, Oct.27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --To help reduce transportation barriers as residents head to the polls, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is offering free Bluebikes rides on Election Day (Tuesday, November 2), providing voters a convenient and socially distant transit option.Complimentary rides will be available across the Bluebikes system's 11 municipalities: Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville, and Watertown.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Oct.27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --To help reduce transportation barriers as residents head to the polls, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is offering free Bluebikes rides on Election Day (Tuesday, November 2), providing voters a convenient and socially distant transit option.Complimentary rides will be available across the Bluebikes system's 11 municipalities: Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Salem, Somerville, and Watertown.
  • For the second consecutive year, Blue Cross is leveraging its Bluebikes sponsorship to demonstrate its commitment to increasing access to the polls.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is the system's title sponsor.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield ofMassachusetts( bluecrossma.org ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered inBoston.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Offers Free Bluebikes Rides on "World Mental Health Day"

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Wednesday, October 6, 2021

"We're excited to recognize World Mental Health Day through our Bluebikes sponsorship by offering free rides, encouraging everyone across Metro Boston to get outside and experience the full benefits of biking."

Key Points: 
  • "We're excited to recognize World Mental Health Day through our Bluebikes sponsorship by offering free rides, encouraging everyone across Metro Boston to get outside and experience the full benefits of biking."
  • For the second consecutive year, riders can take advantage of free two-hour Bluebikes trips any time during World Mental Health Dayby downloading the Bluebikes app on a mobile device and selecting "Get a Pass."
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is the system's title sponsor.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield ofMassachusetts( bluecrossma.org ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered inBoston.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Sponsors Free Bluebikes Rides on "Mindful Mondays" in August

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Thursday, August 5, 2021

BOSTON, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- To shine a light on the benefits of mindfulness, health and wellness during National Wellness Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is offering complimentary Bluebikes rides on "Mindful Mondays" throughout August, beginning Monday, August 9.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- To shine a light on the benefits of mindfulness, health and wellness during National Wellness Month, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ("Blue Cross") is offering complimentary Bluebikes rides on "Mindful Mondays" throughout August, beginning Monday, August 9.
  • Blue Cross is the title sponsor of Bluebikes, a publicly-owned bike share managed by municipal staff.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is the system's title sponsor.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield ofMassachusetts( bluecrossma.org ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered inBoston.