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Talk to Your Doctor About Your Mental Health Meds

BCBSIL Connect Team June 21, 2022

Medication instructions can be hard to follow, or you may have questions about your medications. Watch this short video on how to talk with your provider about your questions and some ways that you can work with your provider to better understand...
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Therapy 101: What You Should Know About Getting Mental Health Care

BCBSIL Connect Team April 22, 2022

If you’re feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed with your problems, you’re not alone. Whether you are dealing with health, family or work issues, there’s something that can help: psychotherapy. It can sound intimidating, but it&...
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Men’s Health: Take Action Now to Thrive at Every Age

BCBSIL Connect Team April 22, 2022

You may not be able to stop time from marching on. But by making a few changes, you can stay healthy as you age. Being able to live the life you want as you get older is worth the effort. Control What You Can Many things influence healthy aging....
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Telehealth Makes It Easier to Get Mental Health Care

BCBSIL Connect Team March 25, 2022

Many people struggle to get help for mental health concerns. The growing availability of telehealth care is helping with one part of the problem, offering simpler access to care. Telehealth use has grown significantly in recent years , especiall...
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Is a Vegetarian or Vegan Diet Right for You?

BCBSIL Connect Team March 25, 2022

We all know healthy eating habits are vital for good health. Yet many of us still eat too much that isn’t good for us and too little of what is good for us. If you want to live longer and have a lower risk of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diab....
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Don’t Brush Off Signs that Something Isn’t Right

BCBSIL Connect Team March 1, 2022

Knowing your body can save your life. That means paying attention if you see or feel changes in your body. It means noticing and following up on worrisome symptoms, especially if they don’t go away. And it means seeking help when you need it. D....
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Is There a Secret Recipe for a Good Night’s Sleep?

BCBSIL Connect Team February 28, 2022

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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Why Your Child Needs a Doctor

BCBSIL Connect Team February 1, 2022

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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Working the Late Shift? Learn How to Sleep Better

BCBSIL Connect Team February 1, 2022

Getting a good night’s sleep isn’t easy. It’s even harder if your sleep schedule isn’t typical. But there are steps you can take to make getting the rest you need easier. Shift Work and Sleep Sleep is important for everyone. I...
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Teen Loneliness Is on the Rise: Learn How to Help

BCBSIL Connect Team January 7, 2022

Teens are often busy with school, activities and friends. But teens also often get lonely, and when they do, they may need support and help finding healthy ways to cope with it. Being lonely can affect teens — and people of other ages — i...
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Help is Available for Those Struggling with Mental Health: A Message from the Chief Medical Officer

BCBSIL Connect Team December 17, 2021

Many people are feeling more stressed and anxious than usual. Some may have trouble with appetite, sleep, concentration or other aspects of their lives. Some may drink, use drugs or turn to other unhealthy coping strategies. Please know that help...
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Chief Medical Officer Recommends Regular Blood Pressure Checkups

BCBSIL Connect Team December 17, 2021

High blood pressure usually has no warning signs or symptoms. That’s why it is so important to have your blood pressure checked at each visit with your health care provider or specialist. If untreated, high blood pressure can damage your kidneys...
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Chief Medical Officer Urges People with Diabetes to Make a Care Plan

BCBSIL Connect Team December 17, 2021

If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, you know how diabetes management can be complex and challenging. In this video, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Chief Medical Officer Dr. Derek Robinson encourages people with diabetes to work with...
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Chief Medical Officer Reminds Women to Stay Up to Date on Screenings

BCBSIL Connect Team December 17, 2021

Women’s health screenings are important to discuss with your health care provider or women’s specialist. In this video, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Chief Medical Director Dr. Derek Robinson reminds women to talk with their health care...
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Chief Medical Officer Highlights Importance of Colon Cancer Screening

BCBSIL Connect Team December 17, 2021

Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in men and women combined in the United States, and it’s also one of the most preventable cancers. Living a healthy lifestyle can reduce your risk of colon and rectal cancer, but regular screening...
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