5 ways to avoid tick-borne diseases
Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses Tennessee’s ticks and how you can avoid them – and the diseases they spread.
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Social media and mental health: 5 questions to ask yourself
Laura Bertrand, a licensed professional counselor and mental health expert at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, shares ways to assess your relationship with social media and evaluate its impact on your mental health.
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.
Why Tennessee has a high rate of COPD
Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says the high incidence of COPD in Tennessee correlates directly with high rate of smoking.
Why it’s important to see your doctor after pregnancy
WellTuned spoke with Drs. Edwin Thorpe and Sharon Moore-Caldwell, medical directors for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to find out why these visits are important.
Cinnamon: is it the healthiest spice?
Cinnamon doesn’t just taste good. It’s also good for you, according to Leslie Cornett, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
How active listening can improve your relationships – at work and home
Robin Cruise, a social worker and associate project manager with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee’s behavioral health programs, provides tips for embracing the power of active listening.
8 ways to cope with seasonal allergies in Tennessee
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Bertram Prosser, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to find out how to cope with seasonal allergies.
The earlier, the better for colon cancer screenings
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Susan Owensby, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn about these important colon cancer screenings.