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Don’t Be Sidelined by Exercise-Induced Asthma

BCBSMT Connect Team August 14, 2024

David Beckham is one of the best-known soccer players of all time. Roy Hibbert is a two-time NBA All-Star. Swimmer Amy Van Dyken is a six-time Olympic gold medalist. What do these athletes all have in common? They all live with asthma. Bec...
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Try the Mediterranean Lifestyle for Healthy Living

BCBSMT Connect Team August 12, 2024

A warm golden sun. A shimmering blue sea. Meals filled with mouth-watering fresh fruits, earthy whole grains, beans and potatoes. Their distinctive flavors enhanced with local olive oil. Sounds pretty good, right? The people of Ikaria, Greece, enjoy...
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What is Heart Disease?

BCBSMT Connect Team August 7, 2024

Heart disease is a leading killer of men and women in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, reveals one in four Americans die of heart disease every year. With so much at stake, it’s smart to know the warning signs&....
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What Exactly Is Asthma?

BCBSMT Connect Team August 5, 2024

In the United States, more than 27 million people have asthma. Nearly 4.5 million of them are children under the age of 18. Why are children so vulnerable? With asthma, the lungs and airways can easily become inflamed. They swell and narro...
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How Talking About Suicide Can Help

BCBSMT Connect Team August 1, 2024

Talking about suicide is an effective way to help prevent it. But it’s vital to know what to say. We can all help prevent suicide, says 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline . This national network of local crisis centers wants everyone to kno...
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Protect Yourself with Careful Diabetes Management

BCBSMT Connect Team August 1, 2024

Everything you do to take care of yourself helps you lead a better life. And if you have diabetes, making healthy life choices and working with your doctor can help save you from bigger health problems later. Diabetes is all about blood sugar and...
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Protect Your Skin While Enjoying the Sunshine

BCBSMT Connect Team August 1, 2024

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. Fortunately, most skin cancers are highly treatable when found early. And the best news is that you can take steps to prevent them. That involves protecting your skin and being on the lookout for sk...
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Don’t Let the Flu Sneak Up on You

BCBSMT Connect Team August 1, 2024

Many people don’t know that they can get influenza — the respiratory disease we often call the flu — any time of the year. Flu viruses usually peak between December and February . But cases of flu usually start to increase...
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Choose the Right Sunglasses to Protect Your Eyes

BCBSMT Connect Team July 30, 2024

Dark sunglasses are more than a stylish accessory. They protect your eyes from ultraviolet (UV) rays that can damage the retinas. Sun protection for your eyes may not be the first thing you think about before you head outdoors, but it’s just as....
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What Is SPF and Which Sunscreen Should I Use?

BCBSMT Connect Team July 29, 2024

Before heading out for a BBQ, a day at the beach, or afternoon by the pool, don’t forget to apply sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays. You’ve probably seen them displayed in your local store: sunscreens ...
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Women Can Lower Their Risk for Cancer

BCBSMT Connect Team July 26, 2024

Taking care of yourself to cut your chances of getting cancer is a great health goal. But how exactly can you do that? Preventive care, including health screenings, is the place to start. The aim is to prevent cancer or find it early, when it is...
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Six Questions to Ask Your Child’s Doctor About Asthma

BCBSMT Connect Team July 26, 2024

When your child has asthma, you and your doctor are part of a team that helps you care for your child. Before you can offer the right kind of care, you need to confirm that your child does, in fact, have asthma. Coughing, wheezing and shortness of...
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Depression: Getting Help

BCBSMT Connect Team June 28, 2024

If you’re one of the many people considering help for depression, your primary care provider is a good place to start. Take the First Step As a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana member, you can start by talking to your doctor or primar...
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What is ADHD?

BCBSMT Connect Team June 27, 2024

Paying attention, sitting still and curbing urges are good skills for children to learn. But those things are hard for children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Some signs of the disorder are: Trouble paying attention High level...
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High Cholesterol Raises Your Risk for Heart Disease and Stroke

BCBSMT Connect Team June 26, 2024

Millions of Americans have high cholesterol, which can clog blood vessels and lead to serious health problems. People with high total cholesterol are at higher risk for heart disease and stroke, two leading causes of death in the U.S. Along with...
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