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Don’t Go Breaking My Heart!

BCBSIL Connect Team January 22, 2020

Unless you’re one of the lucky few who has never been on the receiving end of a breakup, then it’s likely you’ve never had a broken heart. There are a lot of us who are all too familiar with the feeling, though. Have you ever had the sense of your...
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Myth or Fact? What’s True about Asthma?

BCBSIL Connect Team January 17, 2020

Since asthma affects one in twelve people, it is likely you know someone with asthma. But how much do you know about this chronic condition? Find out what’s a myth and what’s fact.
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Asthma Symptoms, Causes and Risk Factors

BCBSIL Connect Team January 6, 2020

With childhood asthma on the rise the past few decades more children are affected by this chronic condition. Find out how parents can help to manage the triggers to help control asthma.
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Be on Alert for the Warning Signs of an Asthma Attack

BCBSIL Connect Team January 6, 2020

Wheezing and worrying go together for parents who have a child with asthma. Learn more the signs for a possible asthma attack.
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Be an Advocate for Your Own Care

BCBSIL Connect Team December 30, 2019

Prevention is an important part of being healthy. That can mean having a yearly exam. It can mean having routine screening tests. When an illness can’t be avoided, stepping up to help direct your own health care is critical. Get Involved in You....
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'Can-do' Heat in Your Heels: Put on Your Dancing Shoes

BCBSIL Connect Team December 23, 2019

It’s not always easy motivating yourself for exercise. Maybe you should think about adding a little music and get your feet moving!
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Watch Your Waist: Fat Around the Middle Can Be Dangerous

BCBSIL Connect Team December 16, 2019

Have you ever had a doctor measure your waist, and not really known why? It’s not to make you feel bad about your shape. It’s because it matters where fat is. Fat at the waistline can indicate a risk for some serious health problems. Visc...
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Wellness Guidelines: An Easy Path to Better Health

BCBSIL Connect Team December 16, 2019

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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When Is the Right Time to Use Antibiotics?

BCBSIL Connect Team December 16, 2019

When we feel bad, we want to get better quickly. And medicines like antibiotics may seem like the answer when you have a problem like a cough, sore throat or sinus pain. But studies show that probably over 90 percent of upper respiratory infections...
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End Your Energy Slump

BCBSIL Connect Team December 16, 2019

Do you sometimes feel like the energy has just drained from your body? You’re not the only one feeling more tired, more often. Many people have lifestyles that lead to frequently feeling tired. There are simple steps you can take to have more e....
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Countdown to Summer: Your Favorite Summer Activities

BCBSIL Connect Team December 11, 2019

We asked you to share with us your favorite summertime activities. Here is what you said you loved to do when the days got longer and the weather got warmer!
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COPD: When Lungs Break, the Heart Often Follows

BCBSIL Connect Team December 11, 2019

Explaining COPD and other related diseases, and how quitting smoking can help
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Blood Glucose Levels: Get Curious

BCBSIL Connect Team December 10, 2019

Blood glucose testing for people with diabetes is vital for managing diabetes. Monitoring blood sugar levels through testing with a blood glucose monitor enables people with diabetes to understand the effects of certain foods, activities, and situations...
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10 Ways to Prevent Childhood Obesity

BCBSIL Connect Team November 20, 2019

Nearly one-third of all U.S. children and teens are overweight or obese. Is your child at risk? Here 10 ways to teach healthy habits.
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One Size Doesn’t Fit All: What Are the Best Foods for You?

BCBSIL Connect Team November 18, 2019

Do most people need to eat the same type of diet to be healthy? Much of what we see in the media would make it seem like that’s the case. Fad diets aside, we hear a lot about eating a balanced, healthy diet in moderation. Bestselling writer Mic....
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