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Who Packed the Salmonella? Preventing Picnic Pitfalls

BCBSTX Connect Team May 26, 2023

Picnics, pool parties and backyard barbeques make summer fun. Naturally, good food is sure to be a big part of the fun-in-the-sun festivities. But before you get your grill on, remember this important bit of info. Hot temps boost the risk for food...
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Three Things You May Not Know About Skin Cancer

BCBSTX Connect Team May 23, 2023

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...
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Dishing on Digital Eyestrain

BCBSTX Connect Team May 22, 2023

Most Americans get about seven hours of sleep each night. So what are we doing with the other 17 hours a day? For many of us, a lot of those hours are spent looking at a screen – and not just computer screens at work. The growing use of smartph....
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Stop on Red: Reducing Exposure on High Pollution Days

BCBSTX Connect Team May 1, 2023

RED ALERT! When air pollution levels are high, a red alert warns the public of health dangers. Poor air quality is bad for us all. It's an even greater risk for those with breathing issues. Today, a national system reports daily air qualit...
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Build Resilience to Manage Stress and Change

BCBSTX Connect Team April 25, 2023

Building mental resilience can help you handle stress and the ups and downs of life. That can lead to improved overall mental and physical health and a better quality of life. Mental resilience is the ability to adapt to change, stressful situations...
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What You Need to Know About Prostate Cancer Testing

BCBSTX Connect Team April 25, 2023

Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in American men. But when to get screened for it isn’t an easy decision. Talking with your doctor can help you choose what’s best for you. Testing Recommendations The U.S. Preventive Ser...
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Movement Snacks Can Help You Live Better and Longer

BCBSTX Connect Team April 25, 2023

If it’s hard for you to find time to get some exercise, there may be a way to make it easier. Think in terms of small bursts of energy, or movement snacks. Start improving your health by adding a few movement snacks to your day. It can make you....
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Men: A Single Step Can Set You Up for Better Health All Year

BCBSTX Connect Team April 25, 2023

What if you could do just one quick thing to improve your health? Staying healthy and feeling good about taking care of yourself is as easy as making one call. Just schedule a yearly exam with your doctor. That one doctor visit is packed with good...
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Catch Colon Cancer Early with Screenings

BCBSTX Connect Team April 25, 2023

Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer in Americans and the third leading cause of death from cancer in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. Screenings can catch it early when it’s trea.....
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Sexual Assault Awareness: An Important Subject That Affects Everyone

BCBSTX Connect Team April 1, 2023

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). Yet, sexual assault isn’t confined to a single month of the year. It’s a serious public health problem that hurts millions of children and adults across the United States. Sexual violen...
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Maternity Services and Screenings

BCBSTX Connect Team March 31, 2023

Preventive check-ups and screenings can help find illnesses and medical problems early and help keep you and your baby healthy. Get the Maternity Services and Screening flier. Originally published 3/31/2023; Revised 2025
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The Many Benefits of Music in Your Life

BCBSTX Connect Team March 31, 2023

Most people have a favorite song. For centuries, we’ve used songs and music to tell stories and share our histories. But in addition to telling us stories and allowing us to share histories, music can also have a positive impact on our health. ....
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Make No Bones About It: You Could Be at Risk for Osteoporosis

BCBSTX Connect Team March 27, 2023

You count on your bones to support you. But they need your help to stay strong. About 54 million Americans have low bone mass. That increases the risk for osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a bone disease in which your body loses bone mass or doesn’....
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Diabetes Risks Increase with Certain Prescription Drugs for Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder

BCBSTX Connect Team March 22, 2023

Many factors can raise a person’s risk for diabetes. Family history, age, weight diet and lack of physical activity are the most common. Some prescription medicines used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder can boost the risk, too. It may...
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10 Ways Alcohol Affects Your Body

BCBSTX Connect Team March 10, 2023

Even small amounts of alcohol can have a big effect on your body. From the very first sip, alcohol enters your bloodstream and quickly travels through your body. Based on your age, gender and health, it may stay there for two hours or longer. During...
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