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Stay Safe in the Summertime

BCBSMT Connect Team May 11, 2020

For many people, summer is the best time of the year. It’s filled with long days spent outside crammed full of fun activities. But summer brings its own challenges when it comes to keeping your family healthy. Nothing puts the brakes on a good ....
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Your Blood Pressure and Your Health

BCBSMT Connect Team May 11, 2020

Your blood pressure is a big deal. Keeping it in a healthy range is one of the best things you can do for your health. That’s because high blood pressure is the single biggest risk factor for heart disease, stroke and other health problems.&nbs....
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Men: Exercise Can Do a Lot More for You than Build Muscle

BCBSMT Connect Team May 11, 2020

Men face some serious health risks. The two most serious ones, heart disease and cancer, account for nearly half of deaths among American men. Unintentional injuries like falls are the third most common cause of death for men. Lung disease and stroke...
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Taking Care of Yourself When Taking Care of Others

BCBSMT Connect Team May 5, 2020

Look around and you’ll see caregivers. In the U.S., 1 in 3 adults give care to others. Caregivers may be taking care of elderly parents, a sick spouse or a disabled child. Being a caregiver can be very stressful and demanding. It can even lead ....
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How Do You Recognize and Help a Teen with an Eating Disorder?

BCBSMT Connect Team May 1, 2020

Teens see very skinny models on TV and touched-up pictures of celebrities online. These images are all around. And they may make teens question how they look. While it’s normal for teens to worry about their bodies, it may put them at risk of d....
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What is Schizophrenia and How is it Treated?

BCBSMT Connect Team May 1, 2020

You may have heard about schizophrenia, but do you know what that means? Schizophrenia is a long-term and serious mental health issue. It impacts a person’s thoughts, feelings and actions. Warning signs often set between the ages of 16 and 30. ....
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Bipolar and Diabetes: The Unknown Connection

BCBSMT Connect Team May 1, 2020

When people think about bipolar disorder, they often think about how it affects the brain. But the truth is, it can change the body as well. Millions of people have bipolar disorder. One of its tell-tale signs is swinging between manic events and...
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Behavioral Health - Peeling the Onion

BCBSMT Connect Team April 30, 2020

Ever wonder what the difference is between behavioral health and mental health? You are not alone. Let’s take a look at how BCBSMT defines behavioral health, and how to tell if you or someone you love needs help.
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Keep Back Pain from Being Such a Pain

BCBSMT Connect Team April 14, 2020

Whether it’s a dull ache that just won’t go away or a sudden pain that stops you in your tracks, back pain is one of those problems that many of us will experience at some time in our lives.
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Help Your Body and Mind Without Spending a Dime

BCBSMT Connect Team April 14, 2020

Can you get exercise by doing what you already do, without spending extra money or time? Exercise without calling it that? Physical activity without the intimidation factor? Yes. Exercise doesn’t have to be hard, take a long time or cost a lot.....
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How Does Stress Affect Your Body?

BCBSMT Connect Team April 14, 2020

If you’re feeling stressed, join the party. The reasons behind that stressed-out feeling differ for each person. Some talk about it, others don’t. But there’s one thing people have in common: When you’re stressed, you’ll...
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Protect Those Pretty Peepers

BCBSMT Connect Team April 14, 2020

They say your eyes are the windows to your soul… so keep them clean and clear! Check out these tips to keep your vision clear, healthy and protected!
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Meet Your Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

BCBSMT Connect Team April 3, 2020

The CDC does a lot more than you may realize to protect Americans’ health on many fronts. The CDC is a resource for people interested in health and safety.
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The Eyes Have It: Protect Them with Routine Eye Exams

BCBSMT Connect Team March 12, 2020

Have you gone in for an eye exam recently? Find out why it’s vital that you get your eyes checked regularly!
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Wellness ‘U’: Tips for Cutting Down on Binge Drinking

BCBSMT Connect Team March 12, 2020

Drinking alcohol has become one of the most popular ways college students unwind. In fact, almost 60% of college students say they drink alcohol.
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