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Conoce tus números para llevar una vida más saludable

EquipoConnect February 9, 2022

Si sufres de colesterol alto, puedes hacer cambios para reducirlo, prevenir problemas del corazón y prolongar tu vida. ¿Cuál es el primer paso? Colaborar con tu médico. Juntos pueden crear y seguir un pla...
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Es hora para tomar tus medicamentos, ¿o no?

EquipoConnect February 7, 2022

Si ya llevas algún tiempo tomando medicamentos, podrías ni siquiera fijarte en las indicaciones cuando las surtes. Pero a medida que pasa el tiempo, podrías olvidar indicaciones importantes. Por ejemplo, la hora en que los ...
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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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Por qué tu hijo necesita un médico

EquipoConnect February 1, 2022

Cuentas con un firme aliado que te ayudará a cuidar la salud de tu hijo. Se trata del prestador principal de servicios médicos de tu hijo. Un vínculo así ayuda a desarrollar una base sólida para la atención m...
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Mantén tu corazón y tu cerebro en forma: Come más fibra

EquipoConnect January 14, 2022

No es un secreto que la fibra es la clave para mantenerte regular para ir al baño. Pero este es solo uno de los beneficios de la comida que recibió el título de “tener la mayor probabilidad de causarle una risa disimulada a un jovencito de escuela
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¿Eres un nuevo asegurado? Tres pasos para empezar

EquipoConnect January 12, 2022

¿Eres un nuevo asegurado? Para que el proceso de usar tu cobertura médica sea lo más fácil posible, aquí hay tres pasos para ayudarte a maximizar los beneficios cuando lo necesitas. Primer paso:...
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Una simple prueba podría salvarte la vida

EquipoConnect January 10, 2022

Se sabe que entre las cosas que hacemos por la salud, la prueba anual para el bienestar de la mujer no es la más agradable de ninguna. Muchas se mantienen con una firme indecisión, por un lado, posponiendo la prueba y, por otro, sabien...
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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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Medical Director Encourages Parents to Schedule Well-Child Visits

BCBSIL Connect Team December 16, 2021

Starting at birth your child needs regular health checkups and vaccinations. In this video, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois' Chief Medical Officer Dr. Derek Robinson advises parents to schedule their child’s next well visit and stay up to...
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Conoce tus números para llevar una vida más saludable

Es hora para tomar tus medicamentos, ¿o no?

Why Your Child Needs a Doctor

Working the Late Shift? Learn How to Sleep Better

Por qué tu hijo necesita un médico

Mantén tu corazón y tu cerebro en forma: Come más fibra

¿Eres un nuevo asegurado? Tres pasos para empezar

Una simple prueba podría salvarte la vida

Teen Loneliness Is on the Rise: Learn How to Help

Help is Available for Those Struggling with Mental Health: A Message from the Chief Medical Officer

Chief Medical Officer Recommends Regular Blood Pressure Checkups

Chief Medical Officer Urges People with Diabetes to Make a Care Plan

Chief Medical Officer Reminds Women to Stay Up to Date on Screenings

Chief Medical Officer Highlights Importance of Colon Cancer Screening

Medical Director Encourages Parents to Schedule Well-Child Visits