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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What causes a migraine? How to tell the difference between a headache & a migraine
Dr. Susan Owensby, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses this condition that 30% of people will experience at some point in their lives.
My COVID-19 vaccine story: Shamila Montgomery
One BlueCross employee shares how she decided to get vaccinated, how she felt after and how she’s feeling now.
What is multiple sclerosis (MS)? Symptoms, risk factors, types & treatment
MS is the most common chronic inflammatory disease of the central nervous system, yet most people don’t know much about it.
15 quick tricks to add extra fruits & vegetables to your diet
Eating more produce doesn’t have to be hard, says Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
Blood pressure 101: understanding the numbers, risks & how to improve yours
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn about blood pressure.
Real story: learning to take charge of your diabetes
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee employee, Bryan Smith, shares how he’s overcome hurdles of being diagnosed with diabetes in his 30s.
Juvenile arthritis 101
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Sharon Moore-Caldwell, a medical director for BlueCare Tennessee, to learn about one of the most common chronic illnesses of childhood in Tennessee.
What is occupational therapy (OT)?
From helping children with disabilities participate in school to providing support for older adults experiencing age-related changes, here’s what you need to know about OT.
Glaucoma guide: what is it and who is at risk
Dr. Steven Anderson, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee who specializes in ophthalmology, outlines what we need to know about this disease.