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Burnout culture 101: how to fight emotional exhaustion at work and at home

Burnout culture 101: how to fight emotional exhaustion at work and at home

by Ashley Brantley

The concept was traditionally applied to the workplace, says Dr. Deborah Gatlin, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee. But recently it’s become relevant to more than that.

How vaccines work and what to expect when you get one

How vaccines work and what to expect when you get one

by Suzanne Corrington, M.D.

Vaccines help prevent serious illnesses, but it’s critical that everyone understands how vaccines work and what to expect when getting one.

How often should you weigh yourself? One dietitian answers 5 key questions

How often should you weigh yourself? One dietitian answers 5 key questions

by Ashley Brantley

For many Tennesseans struggling with obesity, diabetes or heart disease, achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is a worthy goal.

5 muscle relaxation techniques you can do at home

5 muscle relaxation techniques you can do at home

by Ashley Brantley

Nicole Stenberg, a certified exercise physiologist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says that stress manifests physically whether we realize it or not.

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5 tips for parenting during difficult times such as COVID-19

by Ashley Brantley

Dr. Kelly Askins, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says stress isn’t going away anytime soon.

February 9, 2021
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Immune system 101: how immunity works + 4 ways to boost your immune system

Written by Ashley Brantley

Dr. Chris Andershock, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says people should always be focused on building up immunities.

February 25, 2021
Mind & Body

15 quick tricks to add extra fruits & vegetables to your diet

Written by Ashley Brantley

Eating more produce doesn’t have to be hard, says Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.

February 24, 2021
Food & Recipes

Hearing loss: causes, signs & how to protect your hearing

Written by Ashley Brantley

Dr. Audrey Atkins, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says hearing loss can make it difficult to connect with each other as we normally would.

February 18, 2021
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Blood pressure 101: understanding the numbers, risks & how to improve yours

Written by Ashley Brantley

WellTuned spoke with Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn about blood pressure. 

February 17, 2021
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