Why Tennessee is an allergy hotspot — and how to prepare
Dr. Monica Peeler, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains why Tennessee’s allergy season can be brutal.
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How financial stress affects your health (and what to do about it)
Dr. Kelly Askins, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how financial stress increases anxiety.
When should you schedule your annual physical and screenings?
Dr. Susan Owensby, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains why appointment logjams occur at the beginning and end of the year.
Can’t smell? Don’t ignore that
Dr. Ian Bushell, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says loss of smell that occurs without a cold or allergies or persists for several weeks should be evaluated by a physician.
6 ways to keep your bones strong as you age
Dr. Cristin Trecroce, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how we lose bone strength and provides ways to maintain it.
Why getting back to routine matters for your health
Dr. Susan Owensby, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says routines are important. They can reduce obesity, improve sleep and maintain mental health.
Why strength training is important, especially as we age
Aubrey Schmissrauter, a certified exercise physiologist and wellness coach at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says strength training is one of the best things we can do as we age.
Staying safe in winter weather: what Tennesseans should know
Dr. Gordon Peters, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says falls on ice are the most common winter health risk.
The surprising health benefits of gratitude
Jordan Foster, a behavioral health peer support specialist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says gratitude can improve sleep, reduce depression and boost immune function.
How to manage holiday stress (before it manages you)
Jennifer Driver, a behavior analyst at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says people should be clear on what they can handle emotionally, financially and timewise.