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.
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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.
5 questions to ask any time you start a new medication
Dr. Jodie Kennedy, clinical pharmacist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says when picking up a new medication, we have an opportunity to get expertise from the pharmacist.
5 tips for healthy holiday eating + 10 holiday foods that are good for you
Sarah Provence, registered dietitian-nutritionist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says there are many ingredients people can build holiday recipes around that have health benefits.
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.
Medication matters: 3 conditions where taking medication correctly can be life saving
Dr. Jodie Kennedy, clinical pharmacist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee discusses the importance of medication adherence.
Anemia 101: Causes, symptoms and why it often goes untreated
WellTuned spoke with Dr. John Calvin Channell, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn about this condition that affects up to 30% of people, yet few know exactly what it is.
Decoding your doctor’s appointment: A guide to medical words
Do you find it challenging to understand everything your health care providers tell you? If so, you aren’t alone.
My COVID-19 vaccine story: Noelle Omer
One BlueCross employee shares how she decided to get vaccinated, how she felt after and how she’s feeling now.