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Tu Salud: Cuatro objetivos para que la familia esté en forma

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A veces usamos el invierno como excusa para dejar de lado los hábitos saludables. Comemos más alimentos no saludables, nos movemos menos y pasamos más tiempo frente a las pantallas. Y, esos malos hábitos pueden continuar incluso después de que el clima se vuelve cálido.
Por eso es mejor hacer un plan para cuidar la salud en cualquier época del año e involucrar a toda la familia…
- January 4, 2024
Blogs: Three Ways to Support Your Teen’s Mental Health

BCBSIL Connect Team

Teens are facing more challenges than ever. There’s pressure from school, friends and social media. No wonder their mental health can suffer. You don’t have to wait until your teen is in crisis to talk about it. Talk to your teen early an...
- January 2, 2024
Medicare Español: Control de la diabetes en el hogar: elije buenos alimentos

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Controlar la diabetes puede parecer un trabajo de tiempo completo. Hay tantas cosas que pueden hacer que tus niveles de azúcar en la sangre suban y bajen. Mantenerte al día con todo, requiere tu atención a todas horas del d&iacut...
- December 18, 2023
Blogs: What You Need to Know About Subrogation

BCBSIL Connect Team

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois is always on the lookout for ways to help control the rising costs of health care. It’s important that we do so for our members — and our company. So, from time to time, we may look a little bit more...
- December 13, 2023
Blogs: Get Big Benefits From a Small Weight Loss

BCBSIL Connect Team

Some small changes can have a big payoff. That’s true when it comes to losing weight. If you're carrying extra weight, dropping even 5 percent of your weight can be good for your health. That level of weight loss can help lower your risk of chr...
- December 5, 2023
Blogs: How Fiber Keeps Your Brain and Heart in Shape

BCBSIL Connect Team

Just about everyone knows eating fiber is the key to keeping you, um…regular. That's just one benefit of the food voted “Most Likely to Make a Middle Schooler Snicker.” It’s true. High fiber foods make you poop. They also mak...
- December 1, 2023
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

¡Azúcar! Corta tu consumo de azúcar para reducir los riesgos a tu salud

EquipoConnect April 19, 2019

Aunque no lo creas al momento de comerte una golosina dulce por la tarde, nuestros cuerpos no marchan bien a base de dulces. Los azúcares simples, abundantes tanto en los dulces como en los bocadillos, representan calorías “vac&i...
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How to Make Changes to Plan Purchased on Health Insurance Marketplace

I bought my health plan on the Health Insurance Marketplace. How can I make changes to my account or profile? Life is rarely static. Stuff comes up. Things change. And your health insurance needs to keep up. We understand. Maybe you’ve moved...

BCBSIL Connect Team February 7, 2019
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New Year Mandala

BCBSIL Connect Team November 7, 2018

Start your New Year with a coloring sheet celebration! Calm your mind and lift your spirits. Explore more coloring sheets in our collection to aid in relaxation and mindfulness.
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Winter Mandala

BCBSIL Connect Team November 7, 2018

Coloring sheet for you to build your own unique snowflake. Brighten up winter! Explore more coloring sheets in our collection to aid in relaxation and mindfulness.
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Turkey Mandala

BCBSIL Connect Team October 4, 2018

Art therapy with a Turkey design. How colorful will yours be? Explore more coloring sheets in our collection to aid in relaxation and mindfulness.
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Día De Los Muertos Mandala

BCBSIL Connect Team October 4, 2018

Celebrate Día De Los Muertos by adding your own personal touch. How many colors will you use? Explore more coloring sheets in our collection to aid in relaxation and mindfulness.
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Pumpkin Mandala

BCBSIL Connect Team October 4, 2018

No need to carve a pumpkin, color your Halloween mandala and display it in a window. Explore more coloring sheets in our collection to aid in relaxation and mindfulness.
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La diabetes y sus altibajos

EquipoConnect July 18, 2018

La vida no es fácil. Cualquiera que diga lo contrario, miente. Pero una vida sana merece la pena. La diabetes es una enfermedad autoinmune, y presenta muchos riesgos y altibajos. Esta enfermedad se convierte en un estilo de vida para quienes fueron...
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Mosaic Mandala

BCBSIL Connect Team May 11, 2018

The rhythmic, repetitive nature of coloring within this mosaic patterns can promote relaxation and mindfulness, Explore more coloring sheets in our collection.
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Geometric Mandala

BCBSIL Connect Team May 11, 2018

Coloring mandalas can be a calming activity as well as reduce anxiety. Explore more coloring sheets in our collection to aid in relaxation and mindfulness.
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Abstract Mandala

BCBSIL Connect Team May 11, 2018

Enjoy this mindfulness coloring abstract mandala. Explore more coloring sheets in our collection to aid in relaxation and mindfulness.
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Star Mandala

BCBSIL Connect Team May 11, 2018

Bursting with relaxation, color this star mandala beyond the ordinary. Explore more coloring sheets in our collection to aid in relaxation and mindfulness.
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Floral Mandala

BCBSIL Connect Team May 11, 2018

Art therapy with a floral mandala awaiting to bloom with your creativity. Explore more coloring sheets in our collection to aid in relaxation and mindfulness.
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Adult Wellness Guidelines: Making Preventive Care a Priority

BCBSIL Connect Team January 11, 2018

Start the New Year in good health by seeking preventive care. Preventive care is very important for everyone in your family. And the good news is you can receive most preventive care at no additional cost to you. Remember to ask Your Doctor about...
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Rx no longer covered under non-formulary pricing

NoMoHMO September 7, 2017

My HMO healthplan recently renewed. I'm currently under a labor contract dispute which I thought required that our health plans stay the same as they were when chosen under contract. I also thought that meant my formulary list would remain unchanged...
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