How to avoid getting sick in cold winter months
“The winter months bring an increased risk of infections,” says Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
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Safe toy gift guide – from toddler to teen
Dr. Felicia Baxter, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, urges people to consider age and abilities of those we are buying for.
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.
Steroids 101: What are corticosteroids? Exploring the anti-inflammatory drug
Dr. Susan Owensby, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains what steroids do and why they are prescribed.
What is a COPD flare up? How to identify & handle COPD exacerbations
Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how to spot the signs of a COPD flare up before things get serious.
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.
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.
How to talk to your doctor about drug costs
WellTuned spoke to Dr. Crystal Cooper, a clinical pharmacist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to get answers to common questions about the cost of medications – and get tips for talking about it with your doctor.
My COVID-19 vaccine story: Kerri Brewer (UPDATE)
Here’s what Kerri had to say about her post-vaccination experience with COVID-19.
My COVID-19 vaccine story: Bianca Micheletti
One BlueCross employee shares how she decided to get vaccinated, how she felt after and how she’s feeling now.