How ears work + how to protect against hearing loss
Dr. Audrey Atkins, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says we make decisions every day that can have an impact on the health of our ears.
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Breathing disorders 101: Bronchitis, COPD, lung cancer & more
In Tennessee, the most common lung issues are cancer, asthma and COPD. We can do better, and that starts with everyone understanding respiratory disorders so they can seek help when needed.
3 reasons everyone needs a primary care provider (plus 5 steps to find the right one)
Studies show that people who have primary care providers live longer, healthier lives. They also tend to be happier with their health care overall.
Blinking 101: Why we blink, how we blink + 5 fun facts about blinking
Blinking has many functions for babies and adults alike. Here’s everything you need to know about blinking and your health.
Does drinking a glass of wine a day have side effects for your health?
WellTuned spoke with Sarah Provence, a registered dietitian-nutritionist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to find out.
4 unhealthy pandemic habits that may have a hold on you — and how to break free
Tracy Terpstra, licensed mental health therapist and behavioral health expert for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says identifying the unhealthy habits that may be affecting you is the only way to reset.
What is a COPD flare up? How to identify & handle COPD exacerbations
Dr. Ian Bushell, a family medicine physician and medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains how to spot the signs of a COPD flare up before things get serious.
What is “gray area” drinking? Exploring 8 signs of the mild alcohol use disorder
Tracy Terpstra, licensed mental health therapist and behavioral health expert for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says gray area drinking is a term for people who fall between being a problem drinker and consuming alcohol responsibly.
Cortisol 101: How the “get-out-of-bed” hormone works (and what happens when it doesn’t)
WellTuned spoke with Dr. John Calvin Channell, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn what cortisol has to do with stress.
5 questions to ask any time you start a new medication
Dr. Jodie Kennedy, clinical pharmacist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says when picking up a new medication, we have an opportunity to get expertise from the pharmacist.