Prostate cancer screening: what you need to know
Dr. Ian Bushell, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains prostate cancer screenings and who might need to prioritize getting screened and when.
Month: June 2023
Blueberries and your brain: what you need to know
Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says blueberries are delicious and versatile. They are even good for your brain.
3 tips for finding inclusive mental health care
Julie Butterfield, a behavioral health clinical operations manager for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides tips for finding inclusive mental health care.
7 steps to eating healthy on your summer road trip
Sarah Provence, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says when you’re packing your suitcase, think about packing healthy snacks and other foods for the road ahead.
6 summer health questions answered
Is it safe to drink out of a garden hose? Do you have to wait an hour after eating before swimming? Dr. Chris Andershock, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides answers to some common summer questions.
8 ways to beat the heat in Tennessee
Summer in Tennessee can feel like a never-ending heat wave. Dr. Chris Andershock shares the dangers of overheating in the hot temperatures and the best ways to avoid it.
How summer impacts your mental health
Benjamin Breeding, a behavioral health case manager with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses the various ways that summer might affect your mental health.
What you should know about type 2 diabetes medications for weight loss
Sarah Smith, a pharmacist with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses drugs with brand names like Ozempic, Wegovy, Trulicity and Mounjaro., and what people should know before taking them.