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Tu Salud: Cuida tus ojos

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Nuestros ojos son una parte vital de nuestra salud, pero es fácil darlos por sentado. Es importante asegurarte de mantenerlos saludables. Así es como puedes mantener tus ojos sanos y libres de lesiones. Hazte una evaluación inte...
- February 27, 2024
Blogs: Give Your Weary Eyes a Boost with Six Easy Exercises

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It’s no surprise that exercise is good for your body. But did you know that your eyes can also benefit from a healthy workout? No special gear needed. How Can Eye Exercises Help? Exercising eye muscles doesn’t mean you can skip glass...
- February 27, 2024
Blogs: Protect Those Pretty Peepers

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Our eyes are a vital part of our health, but it’s easy to take them for granted. It’s important to make sure you keep them healthy. Here’s how you can keep your eyes healthy and injury-free. Have a yearly comprehensive dilated eye...
- February 27, 2024
Blogs: Prior Authorization: What You Need to Know

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Understanding your health insurance is the best way to enjoy all its benefits. When you know what steps you need to take before treatment, things go more smoothly. One of the most important steps is prior authorization. Many times, your doctor will n...
- February 27, 2024
Blogs: Keep Your PCP Informed

BCBSIL Connect Team

You can do your part in coordinating your care. If you’ve had care in any health care setting outside of your primary care provider’s office, there are a couple of things you can do to ensure a smooth transition. Ask for a Visit or Discha...
- February 26, 2024
Blogs: Can Turning to Technology Help You Get Fit?

BCBSIL Connect Team

Want to get more exercise, but something often seems to get in the way? You’re tired. You think you don’t have time. Or you just forget. We know we need exercise to feel better and help prevent obesity, heart disease and other health prob...
- February 26, 2024
Blogs: In-Home Diabetes Care: The Importance of Moving

BCBSIL Connect Team

Diabetes management is about more than food and medication. It's important to stay physically active, too. When you exercise, your muscles use sugar for energy. This helps reduce glucose levels without added insulin. A study by Mayo Clinic found that...
- February 8, 2024
Blogs: Nurseline: Get Your Questions Answered

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Health issues don’t always follow a 9-to-5 schedule. Sometimes, problems and questions come up at the worst possible times (like 8 o’clock on a Friday night, or when you’re on your way to a family reunion). It's tempting to hop on t...
- February 8, 2024
Blogs: Fending Off the Flu Bug

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It’s flu season. No one wants to suffer through the aches, pains and general misery of being down and out with the flu virus. So what’s your plan to avoid it? You could stay home and avoid contact with all other humans. You could tr...
- February 7, 2024
Tu Salud: Factores de riesgo de la diabetes

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Si pudiera evitar una enfermedad que cambia la vida, lo haría, ¿cierto? Pues, conocer los factores de riesgo de la diabetes y hacer algo para controlarlos, puede marcar la diferencia para millones de estadounidenses que tienen riesgo d...
- January 24, 2024

Women Can Lower Their Risk for Cancer

BCBSIL Connect Team July 30, 2026

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 at an earlier stage...
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Boost Your Health with Strength Training

BCBSIL Connect Team July 30, 2026

New research says strength training may help people live longer. While that likelihood requires more study, there is solid proof that building your muscles can help your body and overall health. We already know that muscle-strengthening effort is...
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How Talking About Suicide Can Help

BCBSIL Connect Team July 30, 2026

Talking about suicide can play an important role in helping 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 ...
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4 pasos simples para mejorar el estado físico y la función del cuerpo

EquipoConnect July 30, 2026

La mayoría de las personas hacen principalmente uno o dos tipos de ejercicios y piensan que eso es únicamente lo que el cuerpo necesita. Existen cuatro tipos de ejercicios necesarios para ayudar que tu cuerpo funcione de la mejor manera...
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Combate la gripe: vacúnate

EquipoConnect July 30, 2026

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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Choosing Dental Insurance

BCBSIL Connect Team July 30, 2026

This article is intended for members enrolled in an individual health insurance plan through the health insurance marketplace (not those who have coverage through an employer). Regular medical and dental care are important for your total health....
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4 Simple Steps for Better Whole-Body Function and Fitness

BCBSIL Connect Team July 30, 2026

Most people focus on one or two types of exercise and think they’re getting what their body needs. But there are four types of exercise you need to help your body function at its best: endurance, strength, balance and flexibility. Many people a....
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Autism Spectrum Disorder and Your Child: What You Need to Know

BCBSIL Connect Team July 30, 2026

Parenting means helping your children grow, develop and navigate the world. It’s no different for parents of children with autism spectrum disorder. Yet they face a unique set of challenges. Taking action early can make a real difference in nav....
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Is My Prescription a Pharmacy or Medical Benefit?

BCBSIL Connect Team July 30, 2026

It’s no secret that prescription drugs can be pricey. One of the best ways to save on the drugs you are prescribed is to make sure you understand how your health plan benefits work. A good place to start is to answer this question: Is my presc.....
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¿Mi receta es un beneficio médico o de farmacia

EquipoConnect July 30, 2026

Es un hecho que los medicamentos recetados pueden ser costosos. Una de las mejores maneras de ahorrar en los medicamentos recetados es asegurarte de que entiendas cómo funcionan los beneficios de tu cobertura médica. Un buen primer pas...
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Don’t Let the Flu Sneak Up on You

BCBSIL Connect Team July 30, 2026

Many people don’t know that they can get influenza — the respiratory disease we often call the flu — any time of the year. Flu viruses usually peak between December and February . But cases of flu usually start to increas...
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Insurance Basics: Out-of-Pocket Maximum

BCBSIL Connect Team July 30, 2026

We know health care terms can be confusing. One you’re sure to run across is “out-of-pocket maximum.” What does it mean? How does it affect you and your family? How does it influence your choice of health plan? You share the cost of...
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What Is Heart Disease?

BCBSIL Connect Team July 29, 2026

Heart disease is a leading killer of men and women in the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, reveals one out of every three Americans die of heart disease every year. With so much at stake, it’s smart to know the warning sign.....
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¿Qué es la Coordinación de Beneficios?

EquipoConnect July 28, 2026

Cuando necesitas atención médica y cuentas con dos coberturas médicas diferentes, las aseguradoras coordinarán los servicios con cobertura. Esto te ayuda a obtener la cobertura máxima cuando lo necesites. Si cuenta...
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Mantén tu salud bajo control con consultas virtuales

EquipoConnect July 24, 2026

¿Tu cobertura médica ofrece consultas virtuales con médicos que participan en la red? Este es un buen momento para comprobarlo. Puede ser justo lo que necesitas para cuidar de tu salud mientras evitas los riesgos de la COVI...
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