3 breathing techniques to reduce anxiety
Aubrey Schmissrauter, an exercise specialist on the Employee Wellbeing Team with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how stress impacts our breathing and what to do about it.
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5 mental health benefits of journaling + how to get started
Benjamin Breeding, a behavioral health manager for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says choosing to write regularly in a journal may be one of the most impactful choices that you make.
9 ways to drink more water
Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides tips for increasing your daily water intake and explains why it matters.
8 tips for talking with children about a tragedy
Dr. Jill Amos, a licensed behavioral health psychologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says talking with children about painful topics is difficult, but helping them cope with and process tragedies can improve their state of mind.
7 ways to increase movement ahead of the holiday season
Tyler Waclawski, employee well-being manager for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says having a healthy activity as part of your routine will increase your chance of staying healthy through the holidays and beyond.
Is your teen sleep deprived? + How to address it
Dr. Ian Bushell, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, warns that sleep-deprived teens have a higher incidence of anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
7 activities to do with your children
Summer is a great time for family activities and making memories. However, many options are time consuming and expensive. Here are ideas for family fun that you can do before you run out of summer.
Prostate cancer screening: what you need to know
Dr. Ian Bushell, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains prostate cancer screenings and who might need to prioritize getting screened and when.
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.
6 summer health questions answered
Is it safe to drink out of a garden hose? Do you have to wait an hour after eating before swimming? Dr. Chris Andershock, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides answers to some common summer questions.