What you need to know about whooping cough
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
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Monica Peeler, a physician and medical director for pharmacy management for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to separate fact from fiction.
Why are mammograms important and what to expect when you get one?
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.
5 exercises to improve foot health and lower risk of injury
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.
Mindy’s story: from an ER visit to the fight of her life
“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?’.”
Probiotics vs. prebiotics: what you need to know
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.
Kim’s story: a fight against breast cancer
Kim Mardis shares how resources from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee helped with her diagnosis and healing
How COVID is evolving this fall + what you can do to stay safe
Here are 9 facts about the current state of COVID and how you can best protect yourself and your loved ones.
Expert Q&A: why you should get a flu shot this year
Dr. Sharon Moore-Caldwell, a physician and medical director for BlueCare Tennessee, explains why it’s important to get the flu vaccine this year.
9 reasons you shouldn’t ignore swollen legs
Dr. Ian Hamilton, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says if you develop swelling in your legs on a regular basis, or it lasts awhile, you should contact your healthcare provider to find out the cause.