• Summer Heat Safety Reminders

    May 15, 2024
    Staying safe during hot summer months isn’t hard. There are steps you can take to protect yourself. Drinking lots of water and wearing sunscreen isn’t enough. Here are three things to know to keep summer fun. UV Rays Can Hurt You Ultravio...
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  • Care for Your Skin in the Summer Sun

    May 9, 2024
    Growing up, many of us skipped sunscreen. Decades ago, we weren't as savvy about the sun's dangers. It was normal for my dad to turn a darker shade of brown after playing soccer games in the intense summer heat. I followed suit. I also tanned nicely...
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  • Care for Your Mental Health Throughout Your Pregnancy

    May 3, 2024
    Health care is important before, during and after pregnancy. And that means caring for your mind as well as your body. A healthy pregnancy starts before you’re even pregnant. You might need mental health support if you face issues getting...
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  • Compare Health Care Costs

    May 3, 2024
    Many of us compare prices before we buy a product or service. It’s one of the best ways to be an informed consumer. But we might not think about comparing prices when it comes to our health care benefits. And that’s a missed opportunity b...
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  • Men’s Health: Do You Know the Signs of a Silent Heart Attack?

    May 3, 2024
    Think you know what you’d feel like if you were having a heart attack? Think again. Silent heart attacks, known as a silent myocardial infarction (SMI), account for 45 percent of heart attacks. And they are more likely to strike men than women.....
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  • Prescription or Over the Counter: Follow Directions to Stay Safe

    May 3, 2024
    Medicine can help your health in many ways. From over-the-counter (OTC) medicines to prescription medicines that treat life-threatening conditions, medicine can have a major positive impact. But only if it’s taken — and taken correctly. O...
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  • Inhale. Exhale. What Your Lungs Do for You.

    April 30, 2024
    Breathe in. Breathe out. It’s something that we do every day, every waking minute. It relaxes us, wakes us, and keeps us alive. The lungs are part of the respiratory system — organs and tissues that work together to help you breathe, says...
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  • A Hug Only Takes 10 Seconds, Yet the Benefits Last Forever

    April 29, 2024
    Fun fact about hugs: They don’t just give you a warm, fuzzy sense of well-being — they can also be good for your health. It’s true. Hugging for just 10 seconds can boost feel-good hormones like oxytocin. Often called the &ldqu...
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  • Keep Back Pain from Being Such a Pain

    April 26, 2024
    You may have a dull ache in your back that just won’t go away. Or you may feel a sharp, sudden pain that stops you in your tracks. Either way, you want the pain to stop. Back pain can come from accidents, overuse and injuries like lifting somet....
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  • Do You Think Your Child Has Asthma?

    April 23, 2024
    It can be upsetting when your child is struggling with a health issue. It's especially unnerving if your child seems to be struggling to breathe. We understand. More importantly, we're here to help you. Ask Yourself a Few Questions Is the...
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  • Living With High Blood Pressure

    April 18, 2024
    Nearly half of adults in the United States have high blood pressure — also known as hypertension. Only about one in four adults with high blood pressure have it under control. Are you one of them? Learning to manage your blood pressure can...
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  • Can You Outgrow Asthma?

    April 17, 2024
    You can outgrow your shoes, your pants — even your teddy bear. Can you outgrow asthma? Unfortunately, the idea you can leave asthma behind when you’re an adult is mostly a myth. When Asthma Won’t Let Go Asthma is th...
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  • The Eyes Have It: Protect Them with Routine Eye Exams

    April 15, 2024
    Eye exams are a great way to keep an eye on your health. Along with making sure you get the right prescription for glasses or contact lenses, they can be a real ‘eye opener’ when it comes to your health. Your eyes aren’t just window...
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  • The Impact of Stress if You Have Diabetes

    April 12, 2024
    Traffic was a beast. You lost your phone. A few zeros seem to be missing from your bank balance. When you feel stressed, your body produces two hormones that raise your blood sugar — adrenaline and cortisol. Both are linked to the bod...
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  • Can't find explanation of benefits in account

    Can't find explanation of benefits in account

    April 12, 2024
    Greetings Blue Cross, I was told I Would receive an explanation of benefits in my BCBS account but I don't see it at all. It was during a stay at the hospital. Where in my account are those documents located please? I had a little accident when...
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