Monkeypox 101: what you need to know
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Andrea Willis, chief medical officer at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to get the latest details.
Month: July 2022
Tennessee tomato guide: When are tomatoes in season? (Plus everything else you need to know)
Steve Longmire, owner of Tennessee Homegrown Tomatoes in Grainger County, says when tomatoes are at their peak, “Eat them like an apple!”
Is peer pressure always negative? The science of peer pressure + 5 tips to overcome it
Dr. Deborah Gatlin, medical director and child psychiatrist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains peer pressure, peer influence and peer presence.
Blinking 101: Why we blink, how we blink + 5 fun facts about blinking
Blinking has many functions for babies and adults alike. Here’s everything you need to know about blinking and your health.
What is collective trauma? 5 steps to understanding your feelings, getting help & taking action
Natasha D. Bonner, behavioral health expert for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains that collective trauma is any reaction people have to a traumatic event that affects our whole society.
What is long COVID? 7 things we know about post-COVID
Dr. Andrea Willis, chief medical officer for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says 10-30% of COVID patients may experience long COVID.
Antioxidants 101: What are antioxidants? The benefits + how to get more in your diet
Leslie Cornett, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains that by reducing the number of free radicals in your body, antioxidants help decrease your risk of disease.