Health and Wellness

Managing Diabetes? You Have a Partner Who Can Help

BCBSTX Connect Team August 2, 2022

If you’re living with diabetes, think of your primary care provider (PCP) as your partner in taking charge of your health. You can work together to successfully manage your diabetes so you can stay healthier. It’s important to get the reg...
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One Simple Test Can Save Your Life

BCBSTX Connect Team July 27, 2022

It’s pretty much a given that the annual well-woman exam is not any woman’s most favorite thing to do for her health. Most hug the line on whether to have one, with one foot firmly planted on the side of dreading the exam and the other o...
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Don't Put Off Getting Your Flu Shot

BCBSTX Connect Team July 25, 2022

This is not the year to skip getting your flu shot. And it isn’t the year to put it off until you hear people are sick with the flu. That’s because it’s likely that flu viruses and the virus that causes COVID-19 will both spread th...
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Back-to-School Planning: Make Sure Your Child’s Health Visits Top the List

BCBSTX Connect Team July 25, 2022

When it comes to a smooth back-to-school experience, preparation is key. Gathering school supplies before the school bell rings is good. So is making sure the kids haven’t outgrown their school clothes and shoes. And catching up on doctor visit...
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Don’t Let Your Mental Health Care End When You Leave the Hospital

BCBSTX Connect Team July 20, 2022

If you’ve been recently discharged from an ER or inpatient hospital for a mental health or substance use concern, continue your journey to wellness with additional care. Professional treatment including therapy and medication management can help...
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What Is Heart Disease?

BCBSTX Connect Team July 7, 2022

Heart disease is a leading killer of men and women in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reveals one in four Americans die of heart disease every year. With so much at stake, it’s smart to know the warning...
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Fight the Flu — One Shot at a Time

BCBSTX Connect Team July 6, 2022

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 increas...
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Summer Heat Safety Reminders

BCBSTX Connect Team July 5, 2022

Staying safe during hot summer months isn’t hard. But there are steps you need to take. Drinking lots of water and wearing sunscreen isn’t enough. Here are three things to know to keep summer fun. UV Rays Can Hurt YouUltraviolet radiatio...
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Immunizations Are a Big Part of Staying Healthy

BCBSTX Connect Team July 3, 2022

You’ve likely heard a lot about immunizations lately. It’s a good reminder to make sure you and your family are up to date on all your routine shots. Who Needs Vaccines? Shots aren’t just for babies or young children. We all need v...
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High Cholesterol Doubles Your Risk for Heart Disease

BCBSTX Connect Team July 2, 2022

Nearly 1 in every 3 Americans have high cholesterol, which can clog blood vessels and lead to heart disease. In fact, people with high total cholesterol have about twice the risk for heart disease as people with healthy levels. Along with family...
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Is Your Child Struggling with Mental Health Issues?

BCBSTX Connect Team July 1, 2022

Children have a lot on their minds. They’re always learning new things and facing challenges they’ve never handled before. And the pandemic has made things even harder for many kids. They've struggled with changes to their routines. They...
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A Hug Only Takes 10 Seconds, But the Benefits Last Forever

BCBSTX Connect Team June 29, 2022

Fun fact about hugs: They don’t just give you that warm, fuzzy sense of well-being — they can also be good for your health. It’s true. Hugging for just 10 seconds can increase feel-good hormones like oxytocin, which causes stress ch...
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Minutes of Movement Add Up to a Better Life

BCBSTX Connect Team June 27, 2022

Not being active can be dangerous for your health. Inactivity raises the chance of getting serious health problems like heart disease and diabetes. Yet 1 in 2 adults — and 77 percent of high school students — don’t get enough physic...
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Depression and Anxiety: different, yet similar

BCBSTX Connect Team June 24, 2022

One in 5 adults in the U.S. lives with a mental health issue. You likely know people who are depressed or have anxiety. Some people have both. They are different health problems, but they share some warning signs. Like a medical sickness, hel...
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Reach Out for Help with Drug or Alcohol Problems

BCBSTX Connect Team June 21, 2022

Struggling with drugs? Struggling with alcohol? If you or a family member aren’t sure what to do to get help, watching this short video will provide helpful information on treatment and support. Learn more about Behavioral Health.
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