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.
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.
7 lifestyle changes that may help reduce your breast cancer risk
Dr. Lisa Staton, medical director for BlueCare Tennessee, says breast cancer prevention starts with screening.
10 ways to build resilience in your life
Dr. Jill Amos, licensed behavioral health psychologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains that resilience is a skill everyone can learn to help cope with change or challenges.
What is prediabetes?
WellTuned talked to Dr. Jennifer Gholson, a BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee medical director, about risk factors, symptoms, and steps everyone can take to improve their health, whether or not they have prediabetes.