Blogs

Don’t Be Sidelined by Exercise-Induced Asthma

BCBSIL Connect Team — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:52:00 GMT

David Beckham is one of the best-known soccer players of all time. Roy Hibbert is a two-time NBA All-Star. Swimmer Amy Van Dyken is a six-time Olympic gold medalist. What do these athletes have in common? They all live with asthma. Beckha...(read more)

What Exactly Is Asthma?

BCBSIL Connect Team — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:29:00 GMT

In the United States, more than 28 million people have asthma. Nearly 5 million of them are children under the age of 18. Why are children so vulnerable? Asthma is a disease of the lungs that causes airways to swell and narrow. Since children ...(read more)

Breast Cancer Diagnosis: Now What?

BCBSIL Connect Team — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:05:00 GMT

About one in eight American women will develop breast cancer during her lifetime. What happens when you or a loved one is among them? Breast cancer treatment is a journey. At times, it may seem overwhelming. Take comfort knowing we're here for you. H...(read more)

Help Your Body and Mind Without Spending a Dime

BCBSIL Connect Team — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Can you get more exercise by doing what you already do, without spending extra money or time? Exercise without calling it that? Physical activity without the intimidation factor? Yes. Exercise doesn’t have to be hard, take a long time or cost ...(read more)

Women Can Lower Their Risk for Cancer

BCBSIL Connect Team — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Taking care of yourself to cut your chances of getting cancer is a great health goal. But how exactly can you do that? Preventive care, including health screenings, is the place to start. The aim is to prevent cancer or find it at an earlier stage, w...(read more)

Boost Your Health with Strength Training

BCBSIL Connect Team — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:18:00 GMT

New research says strength training may help people live longer. While that likelihood requires more study, there is solid proof that building your muscles can help your body and overall health. We already know that muscle-strengthening effort is goo...(read more)

How Talking About Suicide Can Help

BCBSIL Connect Team — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:29:00 GMT

Talking about suicide can play an important role in helping prevent it. But it’s vital to know what to say. We can all help prevent suicide, says 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. This national network of local crisis centers wants ...(read more)

4 Simple Steps for Better Whole-Body Function and Fitness

BCBSIL Connect Team — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:13:00 GMT

Most people focus on one or two types of exercise and think they’re getting what their body needs. But there are four types of exercise you need to help your body function at its best: endurance, strength, balance and flexibility. Many people a...(read more)

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Your Child: What You Need to Know

BCBSIL Connect Team — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Parenting means helping your children grow, develop and navigate the world. It’s no different for parents of children with autism spectrum disorder. Yet they face a unique set of challenges. Taking action early can make a real difference in nav...(read more)

Don’t Let the Flu Sneak Up on You

BCBSIL Connect Team — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 09:58:00 GMT

Many people don’t know that they can get influenza — the respiratory disease we often call the flu — any time of the year. Flu viruses usually peak between December and February. But cases of flu usually start to increas...(read more)

What Is Heart Disease?

BCBSIL Connect Team — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:56:00 GMT

Heart disease is a leading killer of men and women in the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, reveals one out of every three Americans die of heart disease every year. With so much at stake, it’s smart to know the warning sign...(read more)

Immunize to Keep Your Kids Safe and Healthy

BCBSIL Connect Team — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:28:00 GMT

It’s hard to keep your children safe every minute of the day. Still, there’s one thing you can do that helps protect them 24/7. Make sure they get all the recommended childhood vaccines. What Shots Do Kids Need? From birth, babies and you...(read more)

What is ADHD?

BCBSIL Connect Team — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:58:00 GMT

Paying attention, sitting still and curbing urges are good skills for children to learn. But those things are hard for children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Some signs of the disorder are: Trouble paying attention High leve...(read more)

Your Smartphone Can Help Protect Your Skin

BCBSIL Connect Team — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:36:00 GMT

We use technology in most parts of our lives now. But have you thought about using it to protect your skin? The Skin Cancer Foundation says healthy skin can be as close as your smartphone. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. When caught...(read more)

High Cholesterol Raises Your Risk for Heart Disease and Stroke

BCBSIL Connect Team — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Millions of Americans have high cholesterol, which can clog blood vessels and lead to serious health problems. People with high total cholesterol are at higher risk for heart disease and stroke, two leading causes of death in the U.S. Along with fami...(read more)