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Blogs: Get the Scoop on Avocado’s Health Perks

BCBSIL Connect Team

‘Fats’ don’t need to be a four-letter word in your food vocabulary. Avocados are a source of healthy monounsaturated fats. But there are many other nutrients packed in their green flesh. Nosh on their creamy goodness and ...
- July 5, 2023
Blogs: Wellness "U": A Study Abroad Pre-Departure Health Checklist

BCBSIL Connect Team

Studying abroad can be a life-changing experience. Attending university classes in different countries exposes students to unique and robust cultures. If you’re a student planning to study abroad, here are some important things to do befo...
- July 3, 2023
Tu Salud: Ayuda a detener el acoso

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Los espectadores pueden desempeñar un papel clave en detener el acoso escolar, tanto en la escuela como en línea. Ayuda a tus hijos a aprender qué significa apoyar a alguien que está siendo acosado. Lamentablemente, el aco...
- June 30, 2023
Blogs: Help Stop Bullying

BCBSIL Connect Team

Bystanders can play a key role in stopping bullying — both in school and online. Help your kids learn what it means to stand up for someone who is bullied. Sadly, bullying among kids and teens is still very common in the U.S. About 20% of all s...
- June 30, 2023
Tu Salud: Este avance médico es esencial para una vida sana

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Es probable que últimamente hayas escuchado mucho sobre las vacunas. Es un buen recordatorio para que tú y tu familia se pongan al día con todas las vacunas de rutina. ¿Quién necesita vacunarse? Las vacunas n...
- June 28, 2023
Blogs: Tips for Staying Healthy During Wildfire Season

BCBSIL Connect Team

A dry summer and heavy winds are making this another year of widespread wildfires. Wildfires can do a lot of damage, including to your health. And people with certain health conditions could experience more serious health threats. Wildfires can threa...
- June 26, 2023
Blogs: Don't Put Off Getting Your Flu Shot

BCBSIL Connect Team

Current estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for the 2022-2023 flu season show a higher number of cases and deaths than the previous few flu seasons. During the pandemic, flu cases were down due to the steps taken to p...
- June 23, 2023
Blogs: Save Money with New Prescription Drug Discount Card Program

BCBSIL Connect Team

MedsYourWayTM is not available to all members. Check your plan materials or ask your benefits administrator to see if you have this program. You may be able to pay less for your prescription drugs with a new drug discount card benefit program. MedsYo...
- June 23, 2023
Blogs: Do One Thing for a Longer, Healthier Life

BCBSIL Connect Team

Better health can be yours at any age. And it may be easier than you think to make the changes that will have a positive effect on your health. We all know we should eat a healthy diet. But you may not know just how big an impact what you eat and dri...
- June 23, 2023
Blogs: Help Your Skin Help You

BCBSIL Connect Team

Your skin has a big job. It shields your body and keeps out germs. And that’s just the start. It’s your body’s largest organ, and it deserves careful attention. Help Your Skin Help You Taking care of your skin is taking care of your...
- June 23, 2023

Cambios en la memoria: ¿Sabes cuándo es necesario buscar ayuda?

EquipoConnect November 7, 2024

¿Se te olvidó el nombre de tu nuevo amigo, la cita para cortarte el pelo o no recuerdas dónde dejaste las llaves del auto? Esto puede suceder y, probablemente, no sea una señal de que tienes un problema de salud grave. Sin...
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¿Qué debo preguntar al comprar una cobertura médica?

EquipoConnect November 1, 2024

Ahora tienes más opciones que nunca a la hora de buscar una cobertura médica. Ya sea que compres directamente a través de Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, el Mercado de seguros médicos o un agente de seguros c...
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¿Qué pasa si no puedes pagar una cobertura médica?

EquipoConnect November 1, 2024

El elegir un seguro médico puede provocar algunas preguntas, sobre todo cuando se trata de dinero. No es el único que se pregunta cómo se puede pagar por un seguro médico. A medida que analizas las opciones, recuerda que h...
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What If You Can’t Afford a Health Plan?

BCBSIL Connect Team November 1, 2024

Shopping for health insurance can spark a few questions. Cost is always a big one. Wondering if you can afford a plan? You're not alone. As you check your options, remember there are resources that may help you pay for coverage. Health Plan Prices...
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Twins on Insulin

BCBSIL Connect Team October 31, 2024

Jamie is the proud mom of twin boys. Healthy, happy, active boys who keep her on her toes. When they were seven, Jamie's intuition told her something was up with the youngest, Nate. He just wasn’t acting like himself. She never imagined di...
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What Should I Ask When Shopping for a Plan?

BCBSIL Connect Team October 31, 2024

You now have more choices than ever when it comes to health insurance plans. Whether you buy directly from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, the Health Insurance Marketplace or a licensed insurance agent, it’s easy to compare plans ...
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¿Qué es una cobertura HMO?

EquipoConnect October 30, 2024

Si estás buscando una cobertura médica que sea económica y fácil de entender y usar, una cobertura HMO es exactamente la que necesitas para ti y tu familia. Es simple Una cobertura HMO, o una cobertura médica con b...
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Haz que tu hogar sea un lugar seguro para el asma

EquipoConnect October 30, 2024

El hogar es donde habita el corazón, pero también está lleno de desencadenantes de asma que se esconden a plena vista en el dormitorio, la sala, la cocina y los baños. Existen dos tipos principales de desencadenantes de as...
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Surprising Signs You Might Have a Thyroid Problem

BCBSIL Connect Team October 30, 2024

Thyroid disease is common, and many people don’t know they have it. That may be in part because some of the symptoms are surprising. About 30 million people suffer from thyroid dysfunction. And more than half don’t know they have a proble...
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¿Ya solicitaste cobertura médica para 2025? Infórmate de lo que sigue.

EquipoConnect October 28, 2024

Este artículo está destinado a asegurados que hayan contratado cobertura médica para particulares. Al inscribirte en una cobertura médica de Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) para 2025, comienza una reacci&o...
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How You Can Help Your Child Maintain a Healthy Weight

BCBSIL Connect Team October 28, 2024

Helping kids stay active and eat healthy foods isn’t easy. But it’s important: Early extra pounds often start children on the path to future health problems. Overweight children can also have health issues while they’re still young...
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Supporting Someone with a Mental Health Condition

BCBSIL Connect Team October 28, 2024

Anyone can experience a mental health condition. And if they do, friends and family can make a big difference in their recovery. Mental health conditions are common — more than 1 in 5 adults are affected. Mental health conditions are health is.....
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When Is the Right Time to Use Antibiotics?

BCBSIL Connect Team October 28, 2024

When we feel bad, we want to get better quickly. And antibiotics may seem like the answer when you have symptoms like a cough, sore throat or sinus pain. Antibiotics can save lives, but they aren’t always the answer. They are important tools fo....
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Choosing Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

BCBSIL Connect Team October 28, 2024

Regular medical, dental and vision care are all important for your total health. That’s why it’s good to have all three kinds of insurance. Today, many people buy health coverage on their own. What “comes with” medical coverag...
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¿Necesitas ver a un especialista?

EquipoConnect October 28, 2024

Cuando no te sientes bien, puedes llamar a tu médico de cabecera (PCP en inglés). Con un poco de cuidado, tu doctor puede te pude ayudar a recuperarte en muy poco tiempo. ¿Pero qué pasa si tu problema de sa...
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