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Blogs: How to Protect Yourself From Health Insurance Scams

BCBSIL Connect Team

You might be sleeping or taking your dog for a walk. You could be at work, at your kid’s soccer game, or meeting friends for dinner. Life is good, right? You have no idea that scammers down the street, one state over or half a world away are do...
- November 30, 2023
Blogs: Spotting the Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease

BCBSIL Connect Team

Forgetfulness is a normal part of aging. Whether it’s misplacing the house keys or not remembering the name of your next door neighbor, memory loss is not uncommon for older adults. Still, there are differences between typical memory loss and e...
- November 17, 2023
Blogs: How Prior Authorization Helps

BCBSIL Connect Team

Prior Authorization helps make sure prescription medicines are being used safely, as intended and at the best cost. Only a handful of drugs need prior authorization, also called pre-approval. Those are often the ones that cost the most or the ones th...
- November 16, 2023
Blogs: In-Home Diabetes Care: Make the Most of Your Medication

BCBSIL Connect Team

Medication, diet and exercise play a big role in managing of your diabetes. So does working closely with your doctor and diabetes team. In fact, the number one thing you can do to manage your disease is talk openly and honestly with your care provide...
- November 14, 2023
Blogs: Lifestyle Changes and Diabetes

BCBSIL Connect Team

There’s a safe way to get a handle on your diabetes: Create an exercise and diet plan. With exercise, you can help your blood sugar stay in your target range. By making better food choices, you help manage your blood sugar levels and lower your...
- November 13, 2023
Blogs: How to Make New Year’s Resolutions You Can Keep

BCBSIL Connect Team

The start of a new year seems like the right time to set resolutions. We may even make lists of things we’d like to change. Our lists often include “eat healthy” and “exercise more.” Sometimes it's hard to follow t...
- November 13, 2023
Blogs: Mocktails Make for Safe Merriment

BCBSIL Connect Team

‘Tis the season to spread holiday cheer. That often means getting together with friends and family. Good food, refreshing drinks and time with your favorite people are all ingredients for a wonderful time, right? Just make sure you don’t ...
- November 8, 2023
Blogs: What Is the Premium Tax Credit for Health Insurance?

BCBSIL Connect Team

A premium tax credit is a form of financial assistance. It helps with the cost of buying health insurance. Before you enroll in a new plan, check to see if you qualify for a tax credit. Who is Eligible? Premium tax credits are for individuals and fam...
- November 7, 2023
Blogs: How to Sign Up for Health Insurance

BCBSIL Connect Team

Do you need health coverage, but don’t know where to start? Visit bcbsil.com to view and compare all our Family and Individual health plans, including the plans we offer on the Health Insurance Marketplace. In most cases, you can only sign up f...
- November 7, 2023
Blogs: Your Prescription Wasn’t Covered. Here’s What You and Your Doctor Can Do

BCBSIL Connect Team

You need a new drug and find your prescription isn’t covered. Or you’ve taken a drug in the past and find it’s no longer covered. Find out why meds may not be covered, and what you can do next. Health plans cover a wide range of med...
- November 6, 2023

Bipolar Disorder Explained

BCBSIL Connect Team August 11, 2025

About 6 million adults, teens and children have bipolar disorder (BD) in the U.S. It’s often diagnosed before the age of 25, and once it is, BD doesn’t go away. Not All BD Is the Same There are actually four types of BD. With&n...
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Obtener servicios médicos de la red puede ayudarte a reducir los costos

EquipoConnect August 8, 2025

Cuando vas de compras seguramente estás atento a los costos, ya que quieres comprar lo que necesitas a un precio razonable. ¿Es este el caso también a la hora de buscar atención médica? Acudir a profesionales m&eacu...
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Cuatro hispanos pioneros en la medicina que mejoraron nuestras vidas

EquipoConnect August 8, 2025

Fueron pioneros, tomadores de riesgos y médicos dedicados decididos a aportar algo mejor al mundo, algo que transcendía más allá de sus atributos personales. Durante el Mes de la Herencia Hispana (del 15 de septiembre al ...
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Four Hispanic Medical Pioneers Who Made Our Lives Better

BCBSIL Connect Team August 8, 2025

They were pioneers, risk takers and dedicated physicians determined to contribute something to the world that was greater than themselves. During Hispanic Heritage month (Sept. 15 – Oct. 15), we celebrate the lives and legacies...
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Shingles: The Sleeping Virus

BCBSIL Connect Team August 6, 2025

You may have heard shingles is a painful rash that is more common among older adults. What you may not know is what causes it, how many people suffer with it and how you can protect yourself. An estimated 1 million Americans will have a bout with...
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Cómo lidiar con el duelo y la pérdida: Sana tu cuerpo y tu mente

EquipoConnect August 5, 2025

Perder a alguien que amas es uno de los eventos más estresantes de la vida. Después de una pérdida, puedes experimentar una gran variedad de sentimientos. Si bien estas emociones son parte del duelo y una reacción natural ...
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El colesterol alto duplica tu riesgo de enfermedad cardíaca

EquipoConnect August 4, 2025

Millones de estadounidenses tienen colesterol alto, el cual puede obstruir los vasos sanguíneos y provocar graves problemas de salud. Las personas con colesterol total alto corren un mayor riesgo de padecer enfermedades cardíacas y der...
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Conceptos básicos sobre el seguro médico: gasto máximo de bolsillo

EquipoConnect August 1, 2025

Sabemos que la terminología sobre la atención médica puede causar confusión. Un término que seguramente encontrarás es el de "gasto máximo de bolsillo". ¿Qué significa esto? ¿C&oac...
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Good Gum Care May Help Manage Diabetes

BCBSIL Connect Team July 30, 2025

If you have diabetes, even your mouth is affected. Regular dental care and managing your blood sugar level go hand in hand to keep both your body and mouth healthy. Gum Disease and Blood Sugar Levels Gum disease — also called periodontal diseas....
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Espera, ¿eso también es azúcar?

EquipoConnect July 29, 2025

Si estás intentando controlar tu peso, es probable que te hayas dado el gusto de consumir algún dulce con un sustituto del azúcar. Parece ser una buena manera de disfrutar de un capricho sin todas las calorías, ¿cie...
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Women Can Lower Their Risk for Cancer

BCBSIL Connect Team July 25, 2025

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 early, when it is...
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How Talking About Suicide Can Help

BCBSIL Connect Team July 25, 2025

Talking about suicide is an effective way to help 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 everyone t...
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Combate la gripe: vacúnate

EquipoConnect July 25, 2025

Muchas personas no saben que pueden contraer influenza, la enfermedad respiratoria que a menudo llamamos "gripe", en cualquier época del año. Los virus de la gripe suelen alcanzar su punto máximo entre diciembre y febrero . ...
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Protégete del cáncer cervical realizándote exámenes preventivos

EquipoConnect July 25, 2025

Todos conocemos el viejo dicho “Más vale prevenir que curar”, lo que simplemente significa que es mejor detectar los problemas de salud a tiempo. Muchos servicios preventivos incluidos en tu cobertura médica ayudan a lograr...
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Protect Yourself from Cervical Cancer with a Simple Test

BCBSIL Connect Team July 25, 2025

We’ve all heard the old proverb: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Translated, it simply means catching health issues early is best. Many preventive services covered under your health plan help do just that. Three&nbsp...
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