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Behavioral Health - Peeling the Onion

BCBSTX 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 BCBSTX defines behavioral health, and how to tell if you or someone you love needs help.
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Help Your Body and Mind Without Spending a Dime

BCBSTX 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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Keep Back Pain from Being Such a Pain

BCBSTX 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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How Does Stress Affect Your Body?

BCBSTX 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’l...
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Protect Those Pretty Peepers

BCBSTX 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)

BCBSTX 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

BCBSTX 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”: Dating Abuse in College

BCBSTX Connect Team March 12, 2020

Learn what dating abuse in college looks like, how to seek help if you need it and where to reach out if you think someone you know is being abused.
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Wellness ‘U’: Tips for Cutting Down on Binge Drinking

BCBSTX Connect Team March 12, 2020

Drinking is a popular way for college students to unwind, but it’s not the healthiest. Learn some ways you can manage your drinking habits in college.
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Wellness "U": A Study Abroad Pre-Departure Health Checklist

BCBSTX Connect Team March 12, 2020

Are you studying abroad this semester? Find out what to expect and what you need to do before you leave to help you stay healthy and safe when you are out of the country.
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How to Live Well with Chronic Health Problems

BCBSTX Connect Team March 6, 2020

Dealing with being sick when there is a quick fix is one thing. But what if you can’t just take a pill? You may face a health problem that lasts a long time. Or a serious one you’ll live with for the rest of your life. Tackling thos...
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New Work Life Making You Stressed? Take These 3 Steps

BCBSTX Connect Team March 6, 2020

Whether you're working from home for the first time while social distancing or just dealing with the usual day-to-day issues, work is a common source of stress. Getting rid of stress is unlikely. And some experts say stress has its good points. It...
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Why should I get tested for colon cancer?

BCBSTX Connect Team February 28, 2020

As the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S., colon cancer has no early symptoms. That’s why getting tested is an important part of prevention.
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Lower Stress with Organization

BCBSTX Connect Team February 26, 2020

Being organized takes discipline, but like any new habit, it eventually becomes a lifestyle. When you create breathing room in your life through organization and prioritizing the most important things, you’ll find yourself living with less stress...
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Don’t Be Sidelined by Exercise-Induced Asthma

BCBSTX Connect Team February 25, 2020

Professional athletes have done it. And so can you. With the help of your doctor, you can be active even though you are living with asthma. Exercise can help you stay healthy and control your symptoms.
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