All posts tagged: preventive care

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5 ways to keep your bones strong

Dr. Amy Vehec, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says taking preventive action is crucial to reducing your risk of getting injured.

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What you need to know about whooping cough

Written by Jennifer Larson

Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says whooping cough is more serious than many people realize.

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5 myths about the flu vaccine

Written by Jennifer Larson

WellTuned spoke with Dr. Monica Peeler, a physician and medical director for pharmacy management for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to separate fact from fiction.

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Why are mammograms important and what to expect when you get one?

Written by Marie Slone

WellTuned spoke with Dr. Lisa Staton, a medical director for BlueCare Tennessee, to learn why getting screened for breast cancer is important and what to expect during this screening.

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5 exercises to improve foot health and lower risk of injury

Written by Jennifer Larson

Chris Tinker, a physical therapist with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how foot injuries occur and what exercises can lower the risk of them happening.

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Mindy’s story: from an ER visit to the fight of her life

Written by Marie Mosley

“My doctor said I had stage 4 rectal cancer,” Mindy recalls. “For someone with no family history of colorectal cancer, it was a shock. I was only 44. All I could think was ‘what do I do now?’.”

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Probiotics vs. prebiotics: what you need to know

Written by Jennifer Larson

Sarah Provence, a registered dietitian and nutritionist educator for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how probiotics and prebiotics work together to help support a healthy gut.