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Be Prepared for Any Emergency

BCBSMT Connect Team March 27, 2024

You never know when you may find yourself in an emergency at home or work. When the adrenaline starts pumping and panic threatens to creep in, you’ll be glad you took the time to prepare in advance. Don’t wait. Make a plan now for the pla...
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What Do We Know About Autism?

BCBSMT Connect Team March 25, 2024

Parenting means helping your children grow, develop and navigate the world. It’s no different for parents of children with autism. Yet, they face a unique set of challenges. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that o...
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It’s Time To Take Your Medicine. Or Is It?

BCBSMT Connect Team March 25, 2024

If you’ve been taking prescription medicine for a while, you may not even glance at the instructions when you get it refilled. As time goes on, you may forget an important thing about taking your meds. When you take them matters — wh...
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Staying Healthy Before, During and After Pregnancy

BCBSMT Connect Team March 22, 2024

Taking care of your health is always important. But it takes on a new level of importance when a baby enters the picture. It’s important to step up your self-care while you’re trying to get pregnant, during your pregnancy and after you gi...
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You Can Keep Your Brain Healthy at Any Age

BCBSMT Connect Team March 22, 2024

It’s common to think that forgetfulness and other changes in our brain function are a part of getting older that we just have to accept. But studies show that there are simple steps you can take to help prevent cognitive decline and lower your ....
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Is Your Blood Pressure Being Measured Correctly?

BCBSMT Connect Team March 22, 2024

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a serious health problem that often has no symptoms. Often called "the silent killer" it doesn't always have symptoms. You can have high blood pressure for years and not even know it. It’s impor....
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Substance Misuse: Signs and Risks

BCBSMT Connect Team March 22, 2024

Millions of people are drinking too much or misusing drugs. And many don’t get help. But asking for help is a normal part of life, and people should never feel like they have to handle things on their own, says the Substance Abuse and Mental He....
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Memory Changes? Learn When to Seek Help

BCBSMT Connect Team March 22, 2024

You forget a new friend’s name. Forget a haircut date. Forget where you left your car keys. It happens. And it probably isn’t a sign of a serious health issue. But some types of memory loss may be a wake-up call to find out what’s g...
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Kidneys: The Chemical Factories of the Human Body

BCBSMT Connect Team March 22, 2024

The body is one complicated machine. Everything is connected. Everything works (or is supposed to, anyway) in harmony. Many times, when you're diagnosed with an illness, it’s important to address and treat it properly so other parts of your bod....
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Lower Your Risk for Colorectal Cancer

BCBSMT Connect Team March 15, 2024

The most effective way to lower your risk for colorectal cancer is to be screened. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that people at average risk start screening at age 45. Often, colorectal cancer starts with one or more polyp...
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Why Should I Get Tested for Colon Cancer?

BCBSMT Connect Team March 7, 2024

Do you believe in the power of prevention? If you’re 45 years of age or older, one of those reasons is colorectal cancer, also known as colon cancer. Besides skin cancer, colon cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer for both men and....
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What in the World Is Chronic Kidney Disease?

BCBSMT Connect Team March 4, 2024

Your kidneys perform many important functions. Located just below your rib cage, one kidney rests on each side of the spine. Together, they remove waste from the body and balance its fluid levels. They also release hormones that regulate blood pressu...
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imMTrax: All Your Shot Records in One Secure Place

BCBSMT Connect Team March 1, 2024

Did you just enroll your kiddos in a new school or daycare? Is your college junior about to spend a semester studying abroad? Are you about to enlist in the military? Do you have a new primary care doctor you need to bring up to speed on your m....
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Looking for a Quick Way to Get Fit?

BCBSMT Connect Team February 27, 2024

If you’re looking to shake up your fitness routine, you have a lot of choices. If you want to raise your fitness level but don’t have a lot of time, a shorter, more efficient workout may be the answer. The Centers for Disease Control and ...
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What Should You Eat Before and After Working Out?

BCBSMT Connect Team February 27, 2024

What you eat matters when it comes to starting or ending a workout right. It’s like fueling a car. It’s important to have the right foods at the right times. Have a snack or meal one to three hours before you work out. And drink plenty of...
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