5 healthy summer drinks to keep you hydrated
Karen Lawson, a registered dietitian at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides recipes for 5 refreshing and healthy drinks for you to enjoy.
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Heat exhaustion vs. heat stroke: what you need to know this summer
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Medical Director Dr. Louis Meier says understanding the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke is key to staying safe.
Expert Q&A: how child checkups can have lifelong impacts
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Sharon Moore-Caldwell, a BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee medical director and pediatrician, to learn about the value of regular preventive care for children and teens.
Should you walk before or after a meal?
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Registered Dietitian Shaina Gross explains how the timing of your walk affects your health.
9 ways to stay safe in the sun this summer
Dr. Catherine Payne, medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says skin cancer is highly treatable when it’s caught early. But people often ignore early signs of cancer – or they don’t notice them.
How to sleep better during hot summer nights
Dr. Andrew Vernon, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how heat and light affect your sleep and what you can do about it.
Men’s mental health: How to recognize suicide warning signs and get help
Dr. Kelly Askins, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, shares important facts about suicide, warning signs to look for and how to get help.
How to prevent kidney stones this summer
Dr. Brian Delashmitt, medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how you can reduce your risk of developing kidney stones this summer.
Why Some Foods Make You Hungrier
Janet Seiber, a registered dietitian at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains why some foods affect us differently.
Leg cramps? It might be peripheral artery disease (PAD)
Dr. Ian Hamilton, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains PAD symptoms, risk factors and treatment options.