https://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1618/i-am-a-new-member-and-i-am-need-of-a-digital-card-i-cant-log-into-my-account-without-a-member-id-number-how-do-i-access-this/3555Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:27:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:d94e85ab-8c97-495e-88fe-9e1d135e52e5BCBSIL Connect TeamHello, If you could send us a private message, we can help you with this. ~ HChttps://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1618/i-am-a-new-member-and-i-am-need-of-a-digital-card-i-cant-log-into-my-account-without-a-member-id-number-how-do-i-access-thisFri, 11 Sep 2026 20:16:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:75a63a52-31b8-4c04-8aa6-efb2dd92575dJuzubellI am a new member and I am need of a digital card. I cant log into my account without a member ID number. How do I access this?https://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1617/i-am-a-new-member-and-i-am-need-of-a-digital-card-i-cant-log-into-my-account-without-a-member-id-number-how-do-i-access-this-i-am-in-need-of-my-id-number-for-dr-s-appointments/3554Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:14:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:ec5e157d-806b-4f34-b498-4c3e76ff66a4BCBSIL Connect TeamHello, We can help you with this if you'd like to send us a private message. ~ KWhttps://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1617/i-am-a-new-member-and-i-am-need-of-a-digital-card-i-cant-log-into-my-account-without-a-member-id-number-how-do-i-access-this-i-am-in-need-of-my-id-number-for-dr-s-appointmentsFri, 04 Sep 2026 20:13:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:3f4444ac-1af7-4e4f-a688-166344df48d4Mark HubbardI am a new member and I am need of a digital card. I cant log into my account without a member ID number. How do I access this? I am in need of my ID number for Dr's appointments.https://connect.bcbsil.com/espanol/b/tusalud/posts/forma-rapida-de-ponerte-en-formaFri, 04 Sep 2026 09:47:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:507d3ef6-d9c8-4737-a7ae-dd716cc51bc9EquipoConnectSi quieres dar un giro a tu rutina de ejercicio, tienes muchas opciones. Si quieres aumentar tu nivel de acondicionamiento físico pero no tienes mucho tiempo, un entrenamiento más corto y eficiente puede ser la respuesta. Los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades afirman que los adultos deben realizar regularmente actividades aeróbicas y de fortalecimiento muscular. El objetivo es hacer 150 minutos de ejercicio a la semana. Puedes repartir esos 150 minutos como más te convenga. Lo que funcione para ti Empieza por analizar tu nivel físico actual. Si aún no eres activo/a, habla con tu médico antes de comenzar un nuevo plan de ejercicios. Algunas formas de moverte más, como añadir más pasos a tu día o dedicar tiempo a los estiramientos, son seguras para muchas personas. Pero los planes de ejercicio no son iguales para todos. Si ya eres una persona activa y buscas algo nuevo, prueba los microentrenamientos. Las sesiones de ejercicio reducidas pueden ser muy eficaces. Y son una ventaja para quienes no tienen mucho tiempo para hacer ejercicio. Entrenamiento por intervalos Un microentrenamiento es el entrenamiento por intervalos. El entrenamiento aeróbico por intervalos , a veces llamado entrenamiento por intervalos de alta intensidad (HIIT), comenzó con los atletas élite. Pero no necesitas ser un atleta para hacerlo. El entrenamiento por intervalos consiste en alternar ráfagas cortas de actividad intensa con intervalos más largos de actividad menos intensa. Para empezar, las ráfagas de mayor intensidad deben ser de unos 30 segundos cada una, seguidas de una actividad de intensidad regular durante uno o dos minutos. El tipo de actividad que utilices para el entrenamiento por intervalos depende de tu nivel de acondicionamiento físico y de lo que te guste hacer. Es una forma de quemar más calorías en menos tiempo. También puede ayudar a evitar que te aburras. Otra ventaja es que no requiere de ningún equipo nuevo. La idea puede incorporarse a lo que ya estás haciendo. Prueba correr un poco en tu paseo habitual o a aumentar el ritmo regularmente durante una caminata. Puedes empezar a añadir intervalos a tu programa de entrenamiento poco a poco, sólo uno o dos intervalos de mayor intensidad durante cada entrenamiento. A medida que tu forma física mejore, puedes retarte a ti mismo con más intervalos. Incrementa hasta un total de 30 minutos para tu entrenamiento a intervalos. Asegúrate de hacer calentamientos durante unos cinco minutos antes de empezar a añadir intervalos y de enfriarte durante cinco minutos. Un total de 10 a 15 minutos de tu entrenamiento debe realizarse a una mayor intensidad. Durante el resto del tiempo, incluyendo el calentamiento y el enfriamiento, la actividad debe realizarse a un nivel de intensidad normal. Además de conseguir un mejor entrenamiento en un periodo de tiempo más corto, el entrenamiento a intervalos puede sacarte de un bache de aburrimiento al añadir algo nuevo. Si tienes problemas de salud o no haces ejercicio con regularidad, consulta a tu médico antes de empezar cualquier tipo de entrenamiento a intervalos. Otras opciones de acondicionamiento físico Si buscas más ideas que te ayuden a mantener tu ejercicio interesante, pruebe algunas de estas ideas. Entrenamiento en línea: Fácil de hacer en casa, el entrenamiento en línea puede hacerse a solas o en grupo. Puede ser una clase individual con un profesor. Dispositivos portátiles: Mantente motivado/a y en el camino correcto con un reloj inteligente o un rastreador de acondicionamiento físico. Pueden ayudarte a vigilar tu ritmo cardíaco y a controlar el tiempo que pasas de forma activa, sedentaria o durmiendo. Entrenamiento con el peso del cuerpo: El entrenamiento con pesas utilizando el peso del cuerpo es un plan que vuelve a lo elemental y puede ser barato porque utiliza poco equipo. Actividades organizadas al aire libre: Caminatas en grupo, paseos en bicicleta, excursiones... el cielo es el límite con actividades al aire libre. Y hacer ejercicio en grupo puede ayudarte a mantener la motivación y a divertirte más. Entrenamiento de fuerza con pesas libres: El entrenamiento con pesas libres puede hacerse solo o con un compañero o grupo en un gimnasio, en casa o incluso al aire libre. Es una buena idea empezar con un entrenador que te muestre la forma adecuada. Programas de acondicionamiento físico para personas mayores: Ahora existen más programas de acondicionamiento físico para los Baby Boomers que desean mantenerse activos. Sources: Adult Activity: An Overview , Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2023; Interval training for heart health , Mayo Clinic, 2023; Interval training: A shorter, more enjoyable workout? , Harvard Medical School, 2024NutriciónTu SaludEspañolEjercicioPesohttps://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1615/issues-registering/3553Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:15:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:be8a9933-ae28-4e71-9f4a-fcf50a4a03b1jessicadeanNevermind I was able to resolve it on my own.https://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1615/issues-registering/3552Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:10:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:89cd3716-1415-4d75-a6ca-111db2f389adBCBSIL Connect TeamIf you hover over our username there will be an option to send a private message. ~ KWhttps://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1615/issues-registering/3551Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:21:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:02b40b64-0b40-4e31-9a48-53a2e12c1922jessicadeanYes, how do I do that?https://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1616/need-member-id/3550Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:32:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:b930f08a-06b3-4981-b551-0f70816b550fBCBSIL Connect TeamHello, We can assist you with this if you'd like to send us a private message. ~ KWhttps://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1616/need-member-idWed, 02 Sep 2026 20:23:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:c61f4f43-524f-405a-af6e-47756ccad753MichelleWhalenI am a new member and I am need of a digital card. I cant log into my account without a member ID number. How do I access this? I am in need of my ID number for Dr's appointments.https://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1615/issues-registering/3549Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:56:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:c8615104-7990-443c-8404-3497eaecd40eBCBSIL Connect TeamHello, If you'd like to send us a private message our team can look into what's going on. ~ KWhttps://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1615/issues-registeringWed, 02 Sep 2026 19:40:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:8e6215d9-96b8-4b84-bbe2-c9b4acbb5359jessicadeanAnytime I try to register for a new online account, once I hit submit nothing happens. I've tried on a computer and on my cell phone through the app. I have all of my information. I'm not receiving any error messages. Just nothing is happening when I click submit.https://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1614/member-number/3548Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:43:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:0d5feefc-5d50-4a29-bf17-21cb75e132fcBCBSIL Connect TeamHello, We have responded to your private message. ~ KWhttps://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1613/blank-screen-when-clicking-create-an-account/3547Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:04:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:f1e60975-64cb-4197-a284-6261c8272200AYates1313Sent!https://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1613/blank-screen-when-clicking-create-an-account/3546Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:00:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:8bfbfb20-a0e6-4ed2-bba0-c051c8388efcBCBSIL Connect TeamHello, We can help you with this if you'd like to send us a private message. ~ KWhttps://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1614/member-numberWed, 02 Sep 2026 17:56:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:3a711f90-fefa-4fc0-9da6-c8d967256ceaeva justiceI need my member number to access online site to download a virtual card I have a docs appt tomorrow and I haven’t received my id cards yethttps://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1613/blank-screen-when-clicking-create-an-accountWed, 02 Sep 2026 16:58:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:20de0d97-2cd9-456e-8aa4-a5077409b0d3AYates1313I'm a new member trying to create my account, but when I click "Create an Account", the screen is white and doesn't load. I've tried on Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and the BCBSIL app with the same issue. I've also made sure to try this without any pop-up blockers and even in an incognito window, and no luck.https://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1612/i-need-a-member-id-number-to-register-online-and-in-the-app/3545Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:10:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:50a3fdf5-2ce2-497f-a2a9-c3e518b9f5b3BCBSIL Connect TeamHello, We can help you with this if you'd like to send us a private message. ~ KWhttps://connect.bcbsil.com/ask-bcbsil/f/questions-and-answers/1612/i-need-a-member-id-number-to-register-online-and-in-the-appWed, 02 Sep 2026 14:35:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:f09f3a35-d0dc-4045-8673-e3a519f36617Steve FawleyI need a member ID number so I can print insurance cards for upcoming appointments.https://connect.bcbsil.com/health-and-wellness/b/weblog/posts/copd-lungs-heart-stop-smokingTue, 01 Sep 2026 15:04:00 GMT6e104328-2028-43b6-bb31-8401437dc51f:3a760acb-5858-40f0-81db-b7695d0e485cBCBSIL Connect TeamIf you suffer from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) , every breath can be a struggle. COPD is a serious health condition. It is the result of damage to the lungs that narrows airways and makes it very hard to breathe. Over time, it can get worse. Once there is damage to the lungs, it can’t be corrected. Congestive heart failure is another very serious condition that is tied to COPD. The lungs and heart are very closely connected. When healthy, the lungs and heart work together to make sure every part of your body gets the oxygen it needs. When they don’t work together, your health can worsen quickly. Low oxygen in the blood caused by COPD puts too much strain on the heart and makes heart failure worse. Excess fluid in the lungs caused by heart failure can make breathing even more difficult for someone with COPD. Even more challenging, many people with COPD struggle with other health conditions too. Depression, sleep apnea, lung cancer, asthma and diabetes can be complications for COPD sufferers. Sometimes, a sudden illness, such as pneumonia or the flu, can quickly become critical for people with COPD. Your doctor will have to monitor all the medicines you take to make sure they don’t make your COPD or other health problems worse. What Causes COPD? Long-term smoking or exposure to smoke are the main causes of COPD. If you quit smoking, it can help prevent complications and slow its progress. If you’re a smoker and have a hard time breathing, talk with your doctor about testing for COPD. Your care provider can also recommend programs and products to help you quit smoking. Other causes of COPD include: Indoor air pollution from cleaning products, burning wood in fireplaces and scented candles Exposure to dust and chemical fumes in the workplace Asthma Frequent respiratory infections, especially during childhood Heavy or long-term exposure to secondhand smoke and other air pollutants Try to avoid these irritants. For example, if your home is being painted or sprayed for insects, have it done while you are away. Keep your windows closed and stay indoors when pollen counts or ozone rates are high. Follow your treatments for COPD exactly as your doctor directs. It can help you breathe easier, stay more active and avoid severe symptoms. Ask your doctor about getting COVID-19, flu, RSV and pneumonia shots. Call your doctor if your symptoms grow worse, or if you have any signs of an infection, such as a fever. Seek emergency help if: You have difficulty walking or talking Your heart is beating very fast or irregularly Your lips or fingernails become gray or blue Your breathing is fast and hard, even when you use your medicine If you have COPD, two of the most important things you can do are to quit smoking and get ongoing medical care. Being under the care of a doctor who can track your illness will set you up for success in managing your COPD. Quit smoking and work with a provider who can help to monitor your health. Sources: COPD , Mayo Clinic, 2026; Heart Failure , Mayo Clinic, 2025Heart DiseaseHeart HealthHealth and WellnessLung HealthLung DiseaseStop SmokingEmphysemaCOPD