Blogs

Living With High Blood Pressure

BCBSTX Connect Team — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:40:00 GMT

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 ca...(read more)

What Is SPF and What Sunscreen Should I Use?

BCBSTX Connect Team — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:53:00 GMT

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 ...(read more)

Choose the Right Sunglasses to Protect Your Eyes

BCBSTX Connect Team — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:51:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Surprising Signs You Might Have a Thyroid Problem

BCBSTX Connect Team — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:02:00 GMT

Thyroid disease is common, and many people don’t know they have it. That may be in part because some of the symptoms are surprising. About 30 million people suffer from thyroid dysfunction. And more than half don’t know they have a proble...(read more)

Skin Cancer Facts: 3 Things Everyone Should Know

BCBSTX Connect Team — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:37:00 GMT

Even though skin cancer is the most common cancer, many people don’t think they’re at risk. But everyone needs to protect their skin and pay attention to any changes. Protect Your Skin To protect your skin, you need to know the risks. Man...(read more)

Back Pain Relief: Causes, Treatment and Prevention Tips

BCBSTX Connect Team — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

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 some...(read more)

Diabetes and Vision Loss: Know the Connection, Protect Your Vision

BCBSTX Connect Team — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:42:00 GMT

People living with diabetes can have eye problems that lead to vision loss or blindness. And diabetic eye disease often has no early symptoms. That’s why an annual eye exam is critical for people with diabetes. The longer you have diabetes, th...(read more)

Gestational Diabetes

BCBSTX Connect Team — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT

When you’re an expecting mom-to-be, you’re likely focused on doing all you can to deliver a healthy baby. You probably watch the foods you eat, take your prenatal vitamins and try to get some exercise. So, if you’re healthy, why wou...(read more)

How Social Media Affects Mental Health + Tips to Manage It

BCBSTX Connect Team — Thu, 21 May 2026 20:24:00 GMT

Social media and digital tools have become constant companions in most people’s lives. There are some positive benefits. But research also shows the harm social media can have on mental health if not managed well. Most people use social media d...(read more)

Help Your Child Avoid the Health Risks of Obesity

BCBSTX Connect Team — Thu, 21 May 2026 20:13:00 GMT

Helping kids stay active and eat healthy foods isn’t easy. But it’s important: Early extra pounds often start children on the path to future health problems. Overweight children can also have health issues while they’re still young ...(read more)

Follow 4 Simple Steps to Put Your Family on a Healthy Path

BCBSTX Connect Team — Thu, 21 May 2026 16:11:00 GMT

It’s never too early to teach kids about healthy habits. Setting good habits when they’re young puts them on the path toward a healthier life. Many children are not off to a good start. About 1 in 5 American children are obese, says the C...(read more)

What is Anxiety Disorder?

BCBSTX Connect Team — Mon, 18 May 2026 16:41:45 GMT

Life can feel stressful. In a recent poll by the American Psychiatric Association adults across the U.S. have reported increased feelings of anxiety. We all deal with many life stressors at once. Worries about health, work, money, ca...(read more)

When the Heart’s Aflutter, AFib May Be the Reason

BCBSTX Connect Team — Wed, 13 May 2026 10:57:00 GMT

Singers may croon that their love-struck hearts are all aflutter, but in real life, a fluttering heart can be a scary problem — atrial fibrillation, better known as AFib. In a healthy heart, electrical signals travel through the muscle and mak...(read more)

Do You Think Your Child Has Asthma?

BCBSTX Connect Team — Fri, 08 May 2026 11:37:00 GMT

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. Could your child have asthma, a known common chronic disease? Here’s what parents need to kn...(read more)

Summer Heat Safety Reminders

BCBSTX Connect Team — Tue, 05 May 2026 15:21:00 GMT

Staying safe during hot summer months is important. Drinking lots of water and wearing sunscreen isn’t enough. Here are three things to know to help keep summer fun. UV Rays Can Hurt You Ultraviolet radiation from the sun can damage your skin....(read more)