The facts about antidepressants + 5 things to know before starting one
Karissa Hyrchuk, licensed clinical social worker at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains what antidepressants treat, their side affects and benefits.
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What are statins? Exploring the cholesterol-lowering medication
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Ian Hamilton, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn about statins and how they work.
Can you be malnourished and not know it? 5 common causes of malnutrition
Erica Fleming, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says anyone can be malnourished if their diet doesn’t contain enough nutrients or doesn’t contain the right nutrients.
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.
Revisiting common COVID-19 vaccine questions
Dr. Andrea Willis, chief medical officer for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, who has a background in pediatrics as well as public health, helps us understand the most recent information about these vaccines.
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.
3 tips for connecting traditional foods & healthy eating
Reena Panjwani, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides tips for keeping cultural foods healthy.
Acting with empathy: How to interact with people who are deaf or hard of hearing
Desireé Colón, a communications specialist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides her unique perspective on how hearing people should approach the issue.
COVID-19 vaccines for kids: what you need to know
BlueCare Tennessee pediatrician and chief medical officer Dr. Jeanne James explains what you need to know about vaccines for kids ages 5-11.
Blood sugar 101: What it can tell you about your health
Leslie Cornett, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how blood sugar impacts our energy levels and overall health day-to-day.