My COVID-19 vaccine story: Dr. Bertram Prosser
One BlueCross medical director shares how he decided to get vaccinated, how he felt after and how he’s feeling now
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Immune system 101: how immunity works + 4 ways to boost your immune system
Dr. Chris Andershock, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says people should always be focused on building up immunities.
Real story: don’t let common heart attack symptoms go unnoticed
One Tennessee man talks about his heart condition and what he noticed prior to his diagnosis
Hearing loss: causes, signs & how to protect your hearing
Dr. Audrey Atkins, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says hearing loss can make it difficult to connect with each other as we normally would.
What is folic acid?
Dr. Edwin Thorpe, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, answers three key questions about folic acid.
Posture 101: good posture, bad posture + 5 tips to improve yours
Tyler Waclawski, a certified exercise physiologist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains that good posture can be achieved through simple, basic concepts.
How often should you weigh yourself? One dietitian answers 5 key questions
For many Tennesseans struggling with obesity, diabetes or heart disease, achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is a worthy goal.
10 facts about handwashing — and how to get it right
Now more than ever, handwashing is a critical weapon in the fight against COVID-19, says Dr. Andrea Willis, chief medical officer at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.
5 muscle relaxation techniques you can do at home
Nicole Stenberg, a certified exercise physiologist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says that stress manifests physically whether we realize it or not.
Real story: learning to take charge of your diabetes
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee employee, Bryan Smith, shares how he’s overcome hurdles of being diagnosed with diabetes in his 30s.