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  • Staying In-Network Is Important

    Blogs: Staying In-Network Is Important

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    You want to take care of yourself. So, it's good that when you need health care services, you have a whole network you can tap. Your health plan gives you access to many kinds of care providers. Doctors, therapists, clinics, ...
    • April 8, 2024
  • ¿Por qué es importante hacerse la prueba de cáncer de colon?

    Tu Salud: ¿Por qué es importante hacerse la prueba de cáncer de colon?

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    No desestimes los beneficios de la prevención. Hay muchas razones por las cuales deberías considerar realizarte tus exámenes de rutina. Una de esas razones es el riesgo de tener cáncer de colon, especialmente si eres mayo...
    • April 8, 2024
  • Six Ways to Start Small and Make Big Changes

    Blogs: Six Ways to Start Small and Make Big Changes

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Want an easy, effective and safe way to get healthy? Think small. Small changes can actually lead to greater well-being over time.  "Thinking small" works because it eases you into healthy new habits. Old habits don't simply go away. As someone ...
    • April 5, 2024
  • When the Heart’s Aflutter, AFib May Be the Reason

    Blogs: When the Heart’s Aflutter, AFib May Be the Reason

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Singers may croon that their love-struck hearts are all aflutter, but in real life, a fluttering heart can be a scary problem — atrial fibrillation, better known as AFib. In a healthy heart, electrical signals travel through the muscle and mak...
    • April 5, 2024
  • Skip a Trip to the Doctor’s Office with an In-Home Assessment

    Blogs: Skip a Trip to the Doctor’s Office with an In-Home Assessment

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    A trip to the doctor’s office takes time away from your everyday life. You may have to find a ride or cancel other plans. For Medicare Advantage members, an in-home health assessment can let you get the health check you need. Plus, it saves you...
    • April 5, 2024
  • Find a Doctor Who's a Good Fit for You

    Blogs: Find a Doctor Who's a Good Fit for You

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Sometimes you know it’s time for a change. But what if that change involves finding a new primary care doctor? Maybe you’ve moved, and it’s a long drive to your current doctor. Perhaps you don’t feel heard. Or you just think i...
    • April 4, 2024
  • Perks and Pit'falls' of Owning a Dog

    Blogs: Perks and Pit'falls' of Owning a Dog

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    How do you turn back the hands of time? One study suggests that dog owners over the age of 65 can turn back the clock as much as 10 years. A furry friend can help: Fend off depression Fight loneliness Lower blood pressure Reduce heart rate The simp...
    • April 4, 2024
  • In-Home Diabetes Care: Make Good Food Choices

    Blogs: In-Home Diabetes Care: Make Good Food Choices

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Managing your diabetes can seem like a full-time job. There are so many things that affect your blood sugar level. What you eat, the number of hours you sleep, how active you are — even stress — all have an impact. You can’t always ...
    • April 4, 2024
  • Be Prepared for Tornado Season

    Blogs: Be Prepared for Tornado Season

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    In minutes, violent weather can leave a trail of ruin. It’s important to be ready for tornado season. April through June is tornado season, but tornadoes can happen at any time. The best time to prepare is when you’re not under threat fro...
    • March 29, 2024
  • Be Prepared for Any Emergency

    Blogs: Be Prepared for Any Emergency

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    You never know when you may find yourself in an emergency at home or work. When the adrenaline starts pumping and panic threatens to creep in, you’ll be glad you took the time to prepare in advance. Don’t wait. Make a plan now for the pla...
    • March 27, 2024
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    Minutes of Movement Add Up to a Better Life

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team June 27, 2022
    Not being active can be dangerous for your health. Inactivity raises the chance of getting serious health problems like heart disease and diabetes. Yet 1 in 2 adults — and 77 percent of high school students — don’t get enough physic...
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    La depresión y la ansiedad: distintas pero similares

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect June 24, 2022
    Uno de cada 5 adultos en Estados Unidos tiene algún problema de salud mental. Probablemente, conoces personas que sufren depresión o ansiedad. Algunas personas tienen ambas enfermedades. Son diferentes problemas de salud, pero comparte...
    • 1418 Views
  • Reach Out for Help with Drug or Alcohol Problems

    Reach Out for Help with Drug or Alcohol Problems

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team June 22, 2022
    Struggling with drugs? Struggling with alcohol? If you or a family member aren’t sure what to do to get help, watching this short video will provide helpful information on treatment and support. Learn more about Behavioral Health.
    • 784 Views
  • Continue Your Care After a Hospital/ER Visit

    Continue Your Care After a Hospital/ER Visit

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team June 22, 2022
    Were you just in the hospital or ER? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure what to do next? Watch this short video and let us help you take the next step toward wellness. Learn more about Behavioral Health.
    • 774 Views
  • Talk to Your Doctor About Your Mental Health Meds

    Talk to Your Doctor About Your Mental Health Meds

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team June 22, 2022
    Medication instructions can be hard to follow, or you may have questions about your medications. Watch this short video on how to talk with your provider about your questions and some ways that you can work with your provider to better understand...
    • 1031 Views
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    Medidas de seguridad para el verano

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect June 7, 2022
    Protegerse durante los calurosos meses de verano no es difícil. Puedes tomar medidas como beber mucha agua y usar protector solar; pero eso no es suficiente. A continuación te mencionamos tres cosas que debes saber para seguir disfruta...
    • 3186 Views
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    El protector solar: qué significa SPF y cual comprar

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect June 1, 2022
    Antes de salir a preparar la comida para el BBQ, disfrutar de un día en la playa, o pasar la tarde en la piscina, es importante aplicar protector de sol para evitar los daños causados por los rayos UV del sol. ¿Pero cu&aacu...
    • 18261 Views
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    Cuales lentes de sol comprar para proteger tu vista

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect May 31, 2022
    Los lentes obscuros funcionan para más que verse bien. Sirven también para proteger tus ojos de los rayos UV que pueden llegar a causar daño a tus retinas. Puede ser que los ojos no siempre sean lo primero en lo que p...
    • 22808 Views
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    ¿El asma se cura?

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect May 30, 2022
    Conforme crecemos podemos dejar atrás los zapatos y la ropa que ya no nos quedan. ¿Pero, es posible deshacernos del asma para siempre también? Desafortunadamente, la idea de que uno puede dejar de tener asma una vez q...
    • 4767 Views
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    ¿La ansiedad social te causa problemas? Hay formas de manejarla

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect May 25, 2022
    ¿Conoces a alguien que siempre se eche para atrás cuando haces planes? Quizá no sea que te intente evitar. Más bien, la situación podría incomodarlo. Esto ocurre con la ansiedad social. La fobia social es un...
    • 2432 Views
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    Salud del hombre: Actúa ahora para prosperar a cualquier edad

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect May 15, 2022
    No puedes detener el tiempo, pero puedes mantenerte saludable a medida que envejeces si haces algunos cambios. Vale la pena el esfuerzo para vivir una vida plena mientras envejeces. Controla lo que puedes El envejecimiento saludable depende de muchos...
    • 603 Views
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    La soledad en los adolescentes está en aumento: conozca cómo ayudarlos

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect April 27, 2022
    Los adolescentes suelen estar ocupados con la escuela, las actividades y los amigos. Pero también pueden sentirse solos y necesitar apoyo y ayuda para encontrar formas saludables de afrontarlo. La soledad puede afectar a los adolescentes y a p.....
    • 2817 Views
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    Therapy 101: What You Should Know About Getting Mental Health Care

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 22, 2022
    If you’re feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed with your problems, you’re not alone. Whether you are dealing with health, family or work issues, there’s something that can help: psychotherapy. It can sound intimidating, but it&...
    • 3158 Views
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    Men’s Health: Take Action Now to Thrive at Every Age

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 22, 2022
    You may not be able to stop time from marching on. But by making a few changes, you can stay healthy as you age. Being able to live the life you want as you get older is worth the effort. Control What You Can Many things influence healthy aging....
    • 1347 Views
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    La terapia: lo que debes saber sobre cómo obtener atención para tu salud mental

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect April 22, 2022
    Si te sientes deprimido, ansioso o abrumado por tus problemas, no estás solo. Ya sea que se trate de problemas de salud, familiares o laborales, hay algo que puede ayudar: la psicoterapia. Puede sonar intimidante, pero en realidad se trata de .....
    • 2143 Views
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