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Tu Salud: 4 pasos simples para mejorar el estado físico y la función del cuerpo

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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...
- July 30, 2026
Tu Salud: Combate la gripe: vacúnate

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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. ...
- July 30, 2026
Blogs: Choosing Dental Insurance

BCBSIL Connect Team

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. That...
- July 30, 2026
Blogs: 4 Simple Steps for Better Whole-Body Function and Fitness

BCBSIL Connect Team

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...
- July 30, 2026
Blogs: Autism Spectrum Disorder and Your Child: What You Need to Know

BCBSIL Connect Team

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...
- July 30, 2026
Blogs: Is My Prescription a Pharmacy or Medical Benefit?

BCBSIL Connect Team

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...
- July 30, 2026
Tu Cobertura: ¿Mi receta es un beneficio médico o de farmacia

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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...
- July 30, 2026
Blogs: Plan Year Ending Soon? Make the Most of It

BCBSIL Connect Team

If you’re the kind of person who needs a deadline to get things done, there may be a big one just around the corner. If your health plan year is ending soon, it’s a good time to review your health benefits. Doing so could be a boost to yo...
- July 30, 2026
Blogs: Don’t Let the Flu Sneak Up on You

BCBSIL Connect Team

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...
- July 30, 2026
Blogs: Insurance Basics: Out-of-Pocket Maximum

BCBSIL Connect Team

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...
- July 30, 2026

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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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 Your Skin While Enjoying the Sunshine

BCBSIL Connect Team July 25, 2025

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. Fortunately, most skin cancers are highly treatable when found early. And the best news is that you can take steps to prevent them. That involves protecting your skin and being on the lookout for sk...
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Tired of Allergies? Take These Steps

BCBSIL Connect Team July 25, 2025

Are the sneezes, sniffles, scratchy throat and itchy eyes from seasonal allergies getting you down? It may be time to step up your treatment. Fighting Fall Allergies Seasonal allergies are always around. But based on what triggers your allergies...
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Protege tu piel mientras disfrutas del sol

EquipoConnect July 25, 2025

El cáncer de piel es la forma más común de cáncer. Afortunadamente, la mayoría de los cánceres de piel son altamente tratables cuando se detectan de manera temprana. Y la mejor noticia es que puedes tomar me...
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What Is Schizophrenia and How Is It Treated?

BCBSIL Connect Team July 23, 2025

You may have heard about schizophrenia, but do you really know what it is? Schizophrenia is a long-term and serious mental health issue. It affects a person’s thoughts, feelings and actions. Below are some common warning signs of the issue that....
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Gane recompensas Blue Points

EquipoConnect July 23, 2025

Este artículo está destinado a asegurados que cuentan con cobertura de un seguro médico particular por medio del Mercado de seguros médicos (no para aquellos que cuentan con una cobertura a través de un empleador)....
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Prepárate para el regreso a clases con un plan para combatir el asma

EquipoConnect July 23, 2025

Cada nuevo año escolar tomas medidas para que tu hijo se prepare para el regreso a clases. Pero si tiene asma, esta preparación requiere una medida adicional. Según la Fundación de Asma y Alergias de Estados Unidos , ...
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Get Ready for School with a Four-Step Asthma Action Plan

BCBSIL Connect Team July 23, 2025

Each new school year, you take steps to get your child ready to go back to the classroom. But if your child has asthma, back-to-school prep has one more layer. About 4.9 million children under 18 in the U.S. struggle with asthma, says the Asthma...
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¿Necesitas autorización previa para obtener medicamentos con receta?

EquipoConnect July 21, 2025

¿Alguna vez has ido a surtir un nuevo medicamento y el farmacéutico te ha indicado que necesitas una autorización? Nos ha pasado a muchos. A continuación, te compartimos algunos consejos para evitar que te quedes con las m...
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How HMO Works: The Referral Process

BCBSIL Connect Team July 18, 2025

When you sign up for an HMO, your first step is to pick a Medical Group. Then you will choose a primary care provider in that group to manage your care. Your PCP will make sure you get the care you need, even when you see anothe...
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Inflamación por la edad: 5 maneras de reducir la inflamación al envejecer

EquipoConnect July 17, 2025

Cuando se trata de nuestra salud a largo plazo, es importante saber acerca de la inflamación y sus efectos. A medida que envejecemos, todos desarrollamos cierta inflamación. La clave de un envejecimiento más saludable es ser cons...
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La disfunción eréctil puede ser una señal de que debes checar tu corazón

EquipoConnect July 16, 2025

Las enfermedades cardíacas son la causa principal de muerte para hombres y mujeres en los EE. UU. Una de las razones por la que esto ocurre es que muchas personas no son conscientes de que están en riesgo hasta que sufren un ataque card...
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Preventing Decay with Dental Sealants

BCBSIL Connect Team July 15, 2025

Tooth decay is the most common ongoing childhood disease in the United States. Nearly half of all children between six and eight years old have cavities, which can cause pain and infections. If untreated, cavities can also lead to problems eating...
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