It’s time to catch up on childhood immunizations
Dr. Moore-Caldwell, a physician and medical director for BlueCare Tennessee, explains herd immunity, vaccination schedules and how parents can help their children stay on track with their vaccines.
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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.
4 things you need to know about childhood obesity
Dr. Sharon Moore-Caldwell, a physician and medical director for BlueCare of Tennessee, discusses this health challenge affecting Tennessee children, where 38% are either overweight or obese.
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.
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.
8 ways to beat the heat in Tennessee
Summer in Tennessee can feel like a never-ending heat wave. Dr. Chris Andershock shares the dangers of overheating in the hot temperatures and the best ways to avoid it.
Kendra’s story: 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.
Active recovery after exercise can maintain your healthy routine
Tyler Waclawski, a certified exercise physiologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides some active recovery activities that you can do post-workout that will help you maintain your exercise program.
Sitting is unavoidable…but the threats to your health from it aren’t
Tyler Waclawski, a certified exercise physiologist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says we spend too much time sitting. And that can be hazardous to our health.
7 ways to eat healthy on a budget
Feeding your family without breaking the bank can be a challenge, but is possible, according to Erica Fleming, a registered dietitian at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.