Kids Check-ups: More Than a Stethoscope and Ear Exams
Dr. Audrey Atkins, a BlueCross medical director and pediatrician, says pediatricians look at the whole health of a child, including developmental, behavioral and mental health.
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4 things you need to know about childhood obesity
Dr. Sharon Moore-Caldwell, a physician and medical director for BlueCare of Tennessee, discusses this health challenge affecting Tennessee children, where 38% are either overweight or obese.
Blueberries and your brain: what you need to know
Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says blueberries are delicious and versatile. They are even good for your brain.
Oral health: a leading indicator of overall health
Dr. Ghiath Almasri, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says people often don’t pay as much attention to their oral health as they should.
6 benefits of a plant-based diet
Shaina Gross, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, shares what you need to know about the benefits of eating more plants in your diet.
Sitting is unavoidable…but the threats to your health from it aren’t
Tyler Waclawski, a certified exercise physiologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says we spend too much time sitting. And that can be hazardous to our health.
Why it’s important to see your doctor after pregnancy
WellTuned spoke with Drs. Edwin Thorpe and Sharon Moore-Caldwell, medical directors for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to find out why these visits are important.
Cinnamon: is it the healthiest spice?
Cinnamon doesn’t just taste good. It’s also good for you, according to Leslie Cornett, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
Angela’s story: keeping high blood pressure in check
Angela Maffett-Terry, a case management supervisor for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, shares her experience managing high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes.
3 reasons you need to take your statins
Nearly one-third of Tennesseans have high cholesterol. For many, their treatment plan includes a prescription for a statin.