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Surprising Signs You Might Have a Thyroid Problem
BCBSIL Connect Team
March 30, 2021
Thyroid disease is common, and many people don’t know they have it. That may be in part because some of the symptoms are surprising. About 30 million people suffer from thyroid dysfunction. And 60 percent don’t know they have a problem. B...
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Is Your Child Struggling with Mental Health Issues?
BCBSIL Connect Team
March 29, 2021
Children have a lot on their minds. They’re always learning new things and facing challenges they’ve never handled. And the pandemic has made things even harder for many kids. Now they struggle with changes to their routines. They miss ou...
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What Should You Eat Before and After Working Out?
BCBSIL Connect Team
March 29, 2021
What you eat matters when it comes to starting or ending a workout right. It’s like fueling a car. It’s important to have the right foods at the right times. Have a snack or meal one to three hours before you work out. And drink plenty of...
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Be on Alert for the Warning Signs of an Asthma Attack
BCBSIL Connect Team
March 17, 2021
If your child has asthma, you’re always on the watch for a possible attack. Coughing, wheezing, trouble breathing and a tight chest are well known. Did you know there are lesser known signs that may surprise you? Watch for these early wa...
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How Does a Drug Become a Generic: Facts vs. Myths
BCBSIL Connect Team
March 17, 2021
Taking a generic drug is not like buying a store-brand soap. With soap, you might notice a difference. It may smell different. You may need to use more than the brand-name product. That is not true with generic drugs. Generic drugs are like brand...
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Why Your Child Needs a Doctor
BCBSIL Connect Team
March 2, 2021
You have a strong partner to help keep your child healthy. It’s your child’s primary care provider. Having that relationship in place builds a strong base for your child’s care. Partners in Care Once you establish a primary care pro...
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10 Ways Alcohol Affects Your Body
BCBSIL Connect Team
March 2, 2021
Even small amounts of alcohol can have a big impact on your body. From the first sip, alcohol enters your bloodstream and quickly travels through your body. Based on your age, gender and health, it may stay there for two hours or longer. And it...
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Prescription or Over the Counter: Follow Directions for Medicine Safety
BCBSIL Connect Team
March 2, 2021
Medicine can help your health in many ways. From over-the-counter (OTC) medicines to prescription medicines that treat life-threatening conditions, medicine can have a major positive impact. But only if it’s taken — and taken correctly. O...
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Oh, My Aching Feet! Caring for Common Foot Problems
BCBSIL Connect Team
March 2, 2021
There are many different foot problems, some serious and some that are easy to treat at home. The main thing is to take care of any problems before they get worse. These are a few of the most common foot issues. Plantar Fasciitis What it is: Plantar...
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Is Your Blood Pressure Being Measured Correctly?
BCBSIL Connect Team
February 4, 2021
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a serious health problem that often has no symptoms. You can have high blood pressure for years and not know it. It’s important to find out if you do because if left untreated, it can cause seri....
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Is There a Secret Recipe for a Good Night’s Sleep?
BCBSIL Connect Team
February 4, 2021
Go to a library or bookstore, and you’re likely to see row upon row of books that all claim to have the solution to a perfect night’s sleep. Despite all these “solutions” being offered, many people still can’t get enough...
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Help Your Kidneys Keep You Healthy
BCBSIL Connect Team
February 4, 2021
Kidneys play a big part in your overall health. Their role: filtering extra water and toxins from your blood and making urine. They also help control your blood pressure. When your kidneys aren’t working as they should, waste can build up and h...
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Wellness Guidelines: An Easy Path to Better Health
BCBSIL Connect Team
January 11, 2021
One of our goals is to empower our members with information and tools that can help lead them down the path to good health. That’s why we offer new Wellness Guidelines each year that include specific recommendations for preventive care, immuniz...
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One Simple Test Can Save Your Life
BCBSIL Connect Team
January 8, 2021
It’s pretty much a given that the annual well-woman exam is not any woman’s most favorite thing to do for her health. Most hug the line on whether to have one, with one foot firmly planted on the side of dreading the exam and the other o...
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Embrace a Healthy Heart: Prevent Heart Attacks and Strokes
BCBSIL Connect Team
January 8, 2021
Heart disease and stroke are the first and fifth leading causes of death in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Each year, more than 1.5 million Americans suffer a heart attack or stroke. More...
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