Are children getting enough physical activity?
Dr. Audrey Atkins addresses a concerning trend; why parents should encourage kids to play, be active
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Real story: how biking improved my physical and mental health during COVID-19
One woman shares how cycling helped improve her health when COVID shut down local gyms and parks and what she recommends for others who want to start riding a bike.
Tips to Effectively Manage Diabetes and Exercise
Physical activity is important for everyone, but diabetes and exercise don’t always go hand in hand. If you have diabetes, your blood sugar level can drop to dangerous levels after you exercise. However, by learning to manage your condition, you can safely exercise and keep your blood sugar regulated.
From couch to half marathon
Kendra Satterwhite shares tips for getting started running, what she learned about training for a half marathon and how to get ready for race day.
Sleep essential to good heart health
Dr. Andrew Vernon, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says, “People don’t often connect sleep to heart health, but they’re definitely related.”
12 ways to keep your bladder healthy
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Lakisha Crigler, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to uncover helpful information about your bladder and how to keep it healthy.
4 unhealthy pandemic habits that may have a hold on you — and how to break free
Tracy Terpstra, licensed mental health therapist and behavioral health expert for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says identifying the unhealthy habits that may be affecting you is the only way to reset.
Darlene’s story: ‘It was scary to hear I’d had a heart attack’
BlueCross employee Darlene Carroll talks about the symptoms that sent her for help and how she’s working to stay healthy.
Diabetes guide: Facts about type 1, type 2, gestational & prediabetes
Dr. Daniel Cusator, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says more than 30% of Tennesseans will be affected by diabetes at some point.
5 tips for parenting during difficult times such as COVID-19
Dr. Kelly Askins, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says stress isn’t going away anytime soon.