Guide to Parkinson’s disease: 4 symptoms to know + risk factors, diagnosis & treatment
Dr. Ghiath Almasri, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides the facts about PD, the condition that affects 16,000 Tennesseans.
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10 facts to know about colorectal cancer in Tennessee now
Dr. Daniel Cusator, a medical director in care management for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says that screening tests for colorectal cancer have improved in the past few decades.
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.
What is elder abuse? Spotting the signs & helping those at risk
Laura Bertrand, a licensed professional counselor and mental health expert at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains what elder abuse is, who is most at risk and signs to look for.
5 questions to ask any time you start a new medication
Dr. Jodie Kennedy, clinical pharmacist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says when picking up a new medication, we have an opportunity to get expertise from the pharmacist.
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.
12 reasons breast cancer is more common today
Laura Apyan, Women’s Health Case Manager and Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains why females living now may be more likely to get breast cancer than prior generations.
The facts about antidepressants + 5 things to know before starting one
Karissa Hyrchuk, licensed clinical social worker at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains what antidepressants treat, their side affects and benefits.
Acting with empathy: How to interact with people who are deaf or hard of hearing
Desireé Colón, a communications specialist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides her unique perspective on how hearing people should approach the issue.
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.