Fall prevention Q&A: The facts, the causes & how to react if you do fall
Two BlueCross experts explain the major factors behind falls and provide tips for avoiding them.
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Pregnancy superfoods: 7 of the best foods and drinks for pregnant women
Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian-nutritionist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, outlines specific foods and drinks pregnant females can reach for to stay as healthy as possible.
OCD 101: What is obsessive-compulsive disorder? Myths, signs & treatments
Erica Morris, licensed clinical social worker at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains that OCD revolves around unwanted, intrusive thoughts that cause anxiety and distress.
Medication matters: 3 conditions where taking medication correctly can be life saving
Dr. Jodie Kennedy, clinical pharmacist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee discusses the importance of medication adherence.
Urinary incontinence: Signs, treatments & when to talk to your doctor
Urinary incontinence is most common among females and the elderly, but it can affect anyone, says Dr. Lakisha Crigler, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
What is SPF? Breaking down sun protection, UV light, sunscreen strength & more
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Suzanne Corrington, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn about SPF and what people need to protect themselves.
Guide to nutrient absorption: What you eat vs. what your body absorbs
Reena Panjwani, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says nutrient levels in food and the amount you actually absorb can be quite different.
The best fruits and veggies to eat in August in Tennessee
Leslie Cornett, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says buying local produce supports state businesses and helps the environment.
Want to improve your health in 60 seconds? Try these 10 tips
Here is some bite-sized information to boost your health IQ as well as actions to take to improve your health.
10 facts about low back pain — and tips to prevent it
Tyler Waclawski, certified exercise physiologist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says constant use makes the back easy to injure, which is one reason low back pain (LBP) is experienced by 80% of people at some point in their lives.