How to navigate holiday parties without derailing your health
Sarah Provence, a registered dietitian nutritionist educator at BlueCare Tennessee, provides practical ways to enjoy holiday parties.
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How to manage holiday stress (before it manages you)
Jennifer Driver, a behavior analyst at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says people should be clear on what they can handle emotionally, financially and timewise.
6 ways to support a loved one with diabetes
Dr. Catherine Payne, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says support from friends and family can be a key factor in successful diabetes management.
Why Tennesseans with diabetes shouldn’t skip their eye exams
Dr. Daniel Cusator, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says early detection of retinopathy can allow treatment to begin before further damage occurs.
Why breast cancer screening carries significance
Dr. Linda M. Pate, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says that taking the time for a mammogram could save your life.
10 Halloween safety tips every Tennessee family needs
Dr. Nicole Haig, an emergency medicine physician and medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides guidelines for staying safe on Halloween.
Fall allergies in Tennessee: What’s different from spring
Dr. Susan Owensby, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says even if you don’t suffer from spring allergies, you could be sensitive to allergens present during autumn.
Understanding ‘best by’ and ‘use by’ dates on food
Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says that for the most part, dates on food are more about quality and freshness than safety.
4 ways to lower blood pressure without medication
Dr. Cristin Trecroce, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains that lifestyle, culture and access to healthy food are all contributors to Tennessee’s high blood pressure rate.
9 ways to stay safe in the sun this summer
Dr. Catherine Payne, medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says skin cancer is highly treatable when it’s caught early. But people often ignore early signs of cancer – or they don’t notice them.