Stress in 2020: 9 ways to protect your mental health
Dr. Bryan W. Heckman, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Meharry Medical College, says stressors people are facing now are real and very different.
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Your guide to socially distant holidays
If you decide to host or attend a holiday gathering with people you don’t live with, there are steps you can take to make them a bit safer.
Tennessee guide to traveling and exploring safely during COVID-19
WellTuned gathered guidance from the Centers for Disease Control, Tennessee State Parks, Tennessee Department of Tourism and other experts to create this go-to guide.
Complete guide to root vegetables in Tennessee
Beets, carrots, radishes, yams — you’ve probably been eating root vegetables all of your life. But what exactly are root vegetables?
Depression during a pandemic: 6 steps for taking control of your mental health
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Jill Amos, licensed behavioral health psychologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, about mental health during the pandemic.
What are core muscles? And 5 easy exercises to strengthen them
WellTuned talked with Benjamin Johnson, exercise specialist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn how core muscles affect every activity in your daily life, from balance to strength to posture.
7 Flu facts: prevention, treatment & nutrition
When it comes to the flu (or “influenza”), the biggest thing you need to know this year is that you still need a flu shot.
7 lifestyle changes that may help reduce your breast cancer risk
Dr. Lisa Staton, medical director for BlueCare Tennessee, says breast cancer prevention starts with screening.
Self harm and children: what parents need to know
WellTuned spoke with Laura Bertrand, licensed professional counselor and mental health expert at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn steps everyone can take to help keep kids safe.
7 socially distant Halloween ideas for kids & families in Tennessee
Here are 7 creative ways to celebrate Halloween safely this year.