Tennessee guide to traumatic brain injury (TBI) + 3 tips to prevent TBI
Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says each year 25,000 Tennesseans sustain a traumatic brain injury.
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Cortisol 101: How the “get-out-of-bed” hormone works (and what happens when it doesn’t)
WellTuned spoke with Dr. John Calvin Channell, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn what cortisol has to do with stress.
Is there such a thing as a ‘love hormone’? Exploring the effects of oxytocin
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee’s Laura Apyan says oxytocin is called “the love hormone” because of the role it plays in human bonding.
What is heart failure? How to spot the signs + why it’s different from cardiac arrest
Dr. Ian Hamilton, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says while many of us know how to spot a heart attack, we’re less likely to know how to spot heart failure.
Co-infection 101: What is “flurona” + how to protect yourself
These days, it’s easy to assume if we get sick, it’s going to be COVID-19. Yet, we’re also susceptible to illness caused by other viruses, bacteria or fungi. Dr. Suzanne Corrington explains.
Beauty product 101: What you do & don’t want in makeup & grooming products
Dr. Monica Peeler, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says ingredients in makeup can be confusing, but it’s important to know what’s in your favorites.
Body odor 101: What is body odor? Why we smell — and 3 simple tips to tame it
Dr. Lakisha Crigler, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains the causes of body odor and how to manage it.
Tennessee guide to lung health: how to manage common challenges
Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says Tennesseans are more likely to have occupational and geographical exposures that can affect our lungs.
Blood sugar 101: What it can tell you about your health
Leslie Cornett, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how blood sugar impacts our energy levels and overall health day-to-day.
COVID-19 vaccines: boosters + third dose recommendations
Here’s what to know about COVID-19 vaccine boosters and additional doses.