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.
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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.
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.
What is intimate partner violence? A guide to the signs, risk factors & how to get help
Laura Bertrand, a licensed professional counselor and mental health expert at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says intimate partner violence is much more common than most people think.
The pandemic & diet culture: 7 tips to reset to a healthy mind-body balance
WellTuned spoke with Leslie Cornett, registered dietitian and nutritionist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn how to break out of diet culture.
What to say to someone who’s lost someone: Q&A with a BlueCross psychiatrist
Dr. Judith Overton, a psychiatrist and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, offers practical tips for supporting those who have suffered loss.
Delta virus variant: what you need to know
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Chief Medical Officer Dr. Andrea Willis shares what you need to know about the Delta variant and why unvaccinated people are at risk.
Real story: keeping pace with asthma
Donna Stoll’s fitness journey started in her 30s. When the weather was nice, she loved to be outdoors. Here’s how she dealt with asthma symptoms that nearly stopped her in her tracks.
Am I in an emotionally abusive relationship? How to tell — and how to get help
Dr. Jill Amos, licensed behavioral health psychologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says emotional abuse is a pattern of bullying and abusive language.