Pap test is one more milestone for age 21
Dr. Edwin Thorpe, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, discusses the importance of Pap smears in the early detection and prevention of cervical cancer, including younger females.
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Pap tests and well-woman exams 101
Dr. Calvin Channell, a medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains changes in testing guidelines.
Carla’s story: beating breast cancer, twice
Carla Henson was weeks away from having a mammogram in 2004 when she noticed symptoms that wouldn’t let her wait for that screening before seeing a doctor.
Darlene’s story: ‘It was scary to hear I’d had a heart attack’
BlueCross employee Darlene Carroll talks about the symptoms that sent her for help and how she’s working to stay healthy.
Females & vision loss: What women need to know about eye health now
Dr. Lakisha Crigler, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says females are more likely than men to experience sight-threatening issues.
Ovarian cancer 101: Prevalence, risk factors and what to know
Dr. Edwin Thorpe, medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee says while there is no known way to prevent ovarian cancer, there are a few things you can do that may lower your risk.
10 things everyone needs to know about cervical cancer
Dr. Robert Yates, an OB/GYN and corporate medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee in Memphis, says screenings have dramatically lowered the death rate of cervical cancer.
12 reasons breast cancer is more common today
Laura Apyan, Women’s Health Case Manager and Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains why females living now may be more likely to get breast cancer than prior generations.
7 weird pregnancy facts you may not know (and how to address them)
Here are things you may not know about pregnancy, as well as some WellTuned resources pregnant females and their partners may find helpful.
Urinary incontinence: Signs, treatments & when to talk to your doctor
Urinary incontinence is most common among females and the elderly, but it can affect anyone, says Dr. Lakisha Crigler, a medical director at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee.