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Recognizing the Early Signs of Depression
BCBSNM Connect Team
April 9, 2021
We all deal with feelings of sadness from time to time. Grief over the loss of a loved one. A painful breakup. Struggles with health issues. They are just a few of the events that can affect us emotionally and physically. So, what is the difference...
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How In-Home Test Kits Fit Into Your Schedule
BCBSNM Connect Team
April 8, 2021
There are things you love to do and things that you have to do. Some health screenings fall into the latter. You may not be eager to have a colonoscopy, for example. But here’s some good news: With in-home test kits you can do many of these scr....
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The Science of Happy: You Don't Have to Be Born That Way
BCBSNM Connect Team
April 7, 2021
We see pictures of happy people on social media. We watch videos of crazy cat antics that make us laugh. We read and share inspirational quotes. It makes us wonder: Are some people just born happier than others? Researchers looki...
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Be Mindful of Your Lung Health
BCBSNM Connect Team
March 31, 2021
Breath is life. Anyone who has ever had trouble breathing knows how frightening the experience can be. Sometimes people think breathing issues are just part of growing older. A nagging cough or slight wheeze could just be caused by a cold, but it...
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Medicare Advantage Plan
BCBSNM Connect Team
March 4, 2021
Welcome to Medicare Advantage! We’re glad you’re a Blue Cross Medicare Advantage member. Here are three steps you can take now to get the most out of your health care plan!
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Are You Caring For Your Colon?
BCBSNM Connect Team
March 4, 2021
It’s not a topic most of us like to think about. A colorectal cancer screening isn't fun, but it is an important part of keeping colon cancer at bay. As the third leading cause of cancer death in the United States, early detection is vit...
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Diabetes: If You Can’t Prevent It, You May Be Able to Delay It
BCBSNM Connect Team
December 7, 2020
When it comes to diabetes, small changes in your diet and lifestyle can have a big payoff. How? Many people do not know they have pre-diabetes. That’s when blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as dia...
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Calendars Fill Quickly, Schedule Your Mammogram Early
BCBSNM Connect Team
October 23, 2020
Medicare Advantage Ladies, here’s how to prepare for this year’s mammogram and when you’ll see results – and rewards!
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Skip a Trip to the Doctor’s Office with an In-Home Assessment
BCBSNM Connect Team
February 25, 2020
A trip to the doctor’s office takes time away from your everyday life. You may have to arrange a ride or cancel other plans. For Medicare Advantage members, an in-home health assessment can let you get the health check you need while saving you....
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Stay on Top of Your Prescriptions
BCBSNM Connect Team
February 3, 2020
It’s not always easy to take your medications on time. Life sometimes gets in the way of the best-laid plans. One day you look at your pillbox and realize you’re a few doses behind. Taking your medicine as prescr...
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Get Rewarded For Your Healthy Actions
BCBSNM Connect Team
January 21, 2020
BCBS Medicare Advantage members are eligible to earn gift cards for healthy actions such as completing an annual exam and getting a flu shot. The only thing better than staying on top of your health, is getting rewarded for it!
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Checking Up on Your Health with Annual Check-Ups
BCBSNM Connect Team
January 17, 2020
Make sure you have gotten all of your annual health check-ups and exams. If you still need some of these tests, make your appointments now. Doctor office appointments fill up quickly.
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New To Medicare
BCBSNM Connect Team
December 18, 2019
There are certain times you can sign up for Original Medicare. Since it covers most but not all health care costs, look into a Medicare Supplement Insurance plan or a Medicare Advantage plan to help cover your share of costs.
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Living365 : Helping Members Be Healthier
BCBSNM Connect Team
November 26, 2019
Do you have a chronic health problem like diabetes or asthma ? It’s important you understand your condition. That means knowing the symptoms and learning to manage them. That’s where our Living365® program comes in. The program gives o...
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AEP Is Around the Corner Video
BCBSNM Connect Team
October 24, 2019
October 15 through December 7 is the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, when members can determine whether their plan will continue to meet their needs the following year. If so, coverage continues. If unsure, members should refer to their Annual...
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