10 tips to help you to stop smoking
Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says quitting smoking requires mental, emotional, and physical commitment.
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Signs of pancreatic cancer + ways to reduce your risk
Dr. Daniel Cusator, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains why your pancreas is so important and how you can watch for symptoms of pancreatic cancer.
Health literacy 101 + 5 ways you can help yourself
Dr. Sharon Moore-Caldwell, a medical director for BlueCare Tennessee, explains what you need to know about health literacy and how it affects you.
Breathing disorders 101: Bronchitis, COPD, lung cancer & more
In Tennessee, the most common lung issues are cancer, asthma and COPD. We can do better, and that starts with everyone understanding respiratory disorders so they can seek help when needed.
Antioxidants 102: Free radicals, oxidative stress & inflammation (plus 5 tips for fighting them)
Leslie Cornett, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says there are certain foods you can eat to boost your antioxidant levels, such as squash, citrus, fish and crab.
3 reasons everyone needs a primary care provider (plus 5 steps to find the right one)
Studies show that people who have primary care providers live longer, healthier lives. They also tend to be happier with their health care overall.
5 things every mom needs to hear about breastfeeding from a lactation specialist (and mother of 3)
“Breastfeeding is wonderful, but it is not the end of the world if you can’t or don’t breastfeed,” says Mary Duncan, registered nurse and women’s health case manager at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
Are children getting enough physical activity?
Dr. Audrey Atkins addresses a concerning trend; why parents should encourage kids to play, be active
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.
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.