Some families will save money on Thanksgiving dinner this year after receiving bags of free food on Monday.

Floridians are fortunate in the sense that we get to enjoy warmer weather for much of the year. But when you’re doing activities in the heat, it’s important to pay attention to your health.

A coalition of health care companies working to bring down the cost of drugs is now targeting insulin for diabetics, and insurance company Florida Blue will join them.

Insurers and employers are taking a renewed interest in programs that help people deal with chronic _ and potentially expensive _ health problems.

ORLANDO, Fla. Fans now have a way to be courtside while watching the Orlando Magic in the NBA playoffs -- without ever leaving their home. Florida Blue is hosting a contest offering a limited number of virtual courtside seats to allow fans a one-of-a-kind experience while cheering on Orlandos hometown NBA team. Fans who win will be projected in the seats courtside as the Magic take of the Milwaukee Bucks next week, bringing their virtual presence to TV screens everywhere. People have until Friday to register for their chance to virtually be at the game. The Magic take on the Bucks Monday at 1:30 p.m.

If you haven’t gotten a flu shot yet, this might be a good time to get one. Florida Blue and Walgreens are offering free flu shots Tuesday at five locations across Central Florida. Regardless of what insurance you have, or if you don’t have insurance, the shot is free. Limited free shot vouchers will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. This year’s flu season looks to be severe, the CDC has warned.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Florida Blue, the largest health insurer in Florida, announced Tuesday that it will not cover OxyContin in its commercial lines of business starting Jan. 1, 2018. Medicare Advantage products are excluded from this policy change, according to a statement by Florida Blue. Florida Blue is taking this step as one part of its efforts to fight the opioid epidemic in Florida. This type of consumption can quickly lead to addiction and overdose,” said Scott McClelland, Pharm.D., vice president of commercial and specialty pharmacy at Florida Blue. Florida Blue said they also established case management programs related to opioid usage that focuses on member education and safety.