All posts tagged: preventive care

Swallowing 101: How it works, risk factors & 5 tips for a healthy esophagus

Dr. Gordon Peters, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says that swallowing disorders are fairly common as we age.

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Alisa’s story: Fighting a family history of colon cancer

Written by Marie Mosley

After Alisa Johnson’s mother’s received a colon cancer diagnosis, her doctor recommended that Alisa schedule a colonoscopy. She was 41.

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10 facts to know about colorectal cancer in Tennessee now

Written by Ashley Brantley

Dr. Daniel Cusator, a medical director in care management for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says that screening tests for colorectal cancer have improved in the past few decades.

Tennessee guide to traumatic brain injury (TBI) + 3 tips to prevent TBI

Written by Ashley Brantley

Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says each year 25,000 Tennesseans sustain a traumatic brain injury.

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Co-infection 101: What is “flurona” + how to protect yourself

Written by Ali Whittier, CHES®

These days, it’s easy to assume if we get sick, it’s going to be COVID-19. Yet, we’re also susceptible to illness caused by other viruses, bacteria or fungi. Dr. Suzanne Corrington explains.

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Revisiting common COVID-19 vaccine questions

Written by Ali Whittier, CHES®

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.