Delta virus variant: what you need to know
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Chief Medical Officer Dr. Andrea Willis shares what you need to know about the Delta variant and why unvaccinated people are at risk.
Month: June 2021
My COVID-19 vaccine story: Shamila Montgomery
One BlueCross employee shares how she decided to get vaccinated, how she felt after and how she’s feeling now.
Decoding your doctor’s appointment: A guide to medical words
Do you find it challenging to understand everything your health care providers tell you? If so, you aren’t alone.
Tennessee male health report card: 7 key findings + tips for taking control
Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides tips for addressing the top health issues affecting males in Tennessee.
Body fat 101: Understanding the different kinds + 4 tips to manage it
Tyler Waclawski, certified exercise physiologist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains body fat and its functions.
Real story: keeping pace with asthma
Donna Stoll’s fitness journey started in her 30s. When the weather was nice, she loved to be outdoors. Here’s how she dealt with asthma symptoms that nearly stopped her in her tracks.
Whole grain guide: Breaking down grains, oats, rice, meals & more
Whole grain. Refined. Stone ground. Steel cut. What do you think of when you hear those words? One registered dietitian-nutrition explains what you need to know about whole grains.
My COVID-19 vaccine story: Megan Arthur
One BlueCross employee shares how she decided to get vaccinated, how she felt after and how she’s feeling now.
3 ways to celebrate Juneteenth in Tennessee with food, family & history
Bianca Morton, chef director of the Nashville Food Project, offers ideas for celebrating Juneteenth.
Am I in an emotionally abusive relationship? How to tell — and how to get help
Dr. Jill Amos, licensed behavioral health psychologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says emotional abuse is a pattern of bullying and abusive language.