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Blogs: Preventing Decay with Dental Sealants

BCBSNM Connect Team

Tooth decay is the most common ongoing childhood disease in the United States. Nearly half of all children between six and 11 years old have cavities. Fortunately, tooth decay can be stopped with good oral care. There is one tool parents appreciate w...
- June 6, 2023
Blogs: Preventing Stroke in Women of All Ages

BCBSNM Connect Team

Stroke can happen in an instant, and it can be a life-altering event. It inspires a fair amount of fear and worry in many. And for good reason. A stroke can strike anyone — no matter your age, ethnicity or sex. There is no typical stroke victi...
- June 5, 2023
Blogs: Who Packed the Salmonella? Preventing Picnic Pitfalls

BCBSNM Connect Team

Picnics, pool parties and backyard barbeques make summer fun. Naturally, good food is sure to be a big part of the fun-in-the-sun festivities. But before you get your grill on, remember this important bit of info. Hot temps boost the risk for food-bo...
- May 26, 2023
Blogs: Three Things You May Not Know About Skin Cancer

BCBSNM Connect Team

Even though skin cancer is the most common cancer, many people don’t think they’re at risk. But everyone needs to protect their skin and pay attention to any changes. Protect Your Skin To protect your skin, you need to know the risks. Man...
- May 23, 2023
Blogs: Recognizing the Early Signs of Depression

BCBSNM Connect Team

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's the difference b...
- May 23, 2023
Blogs: Poor Hearing and Falls are Connected in Seniors

BCBSNM Connect Team

Hearing loss can cause many day-to-day challenges. You may have trouble hearing people around the dinner table or in a busy restaurant. You may worry about not hearing the phone or doorbell. Hearing loss is more than an inconvenience. Studies show he...
- May 18, 2023
Blogs: 10 Reasons to Get Up and Get Active Today

BCBSNM Connect Team

Long hours in front of a computer monitor or television screen isn’t the best thing for your mind or body. Step away. Take a break. Lace up your tennis shoes and get a move on! Just 150 minutes of physical activity each week makes a big differe...
- May 10, 2023
Blogs: Build Resilience to Manage Stress and Change

BCBSNM Connect Team

Building mental resilience can help you handle stress and the ups and downs of life. That can lead to improved overall mental and physical health and a better quality of life. Mental resilience is the ability to adapt to change, stressful situations,...
- April 25, 2023
Blogs: What You Need to Know About Prostate Cancer Testing

BCBSNM Connect Team

Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in American men. But when to get screened for it isn’t an easy decision. Talking with your doctor can help you choose what’s best for you. Testing Recommendations The U.S. Preventive Ser...
- April 25, 2023
Blogs: Movement Snacks Can Help You Live Better and Longer

BCBSNM Connect Team

If it’s hard for you to find time to get some exercise, there may be a way to make it easier. Think in terms of small bursts of energy, or movement snacks. Start improving your health by adding a few movement snacks to your day. It can make you...
- April 25, 2023

Paga tu prima a tiempo con pagos automáticos en línea

EquipoConnect November 23, 2020

Con tantos correos y cuentas que pagar, puede ser difícil recordar a pagar tu prima. Pero con la opción pagar en línea y pagos automáticos, siempre pagaras a tiempo. Más información: https://connect.bcbsnm.com/espanol/b/tucobertura/posts/no-arriesgues...
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¡Usa Member Rewards para ahorrar dinero!

EquipoConnect November 23, 2020

¿Necesitas encontrar un especialista? Usando Member Rewards para encontrar un especialista participante y programar tu cita, puede ahorrarte hasta $500. Aprende más. Más videos de Health Care One-to-One . Originalmente publicado 11/23/20; Actualizado...
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¿Qué es un Flexible Spending Account?

EquipoConnect November 23, 2020

¿Sabes que puedes ahorrar dinero especialmente para gastos médicos? Usando una Cuenta de Gastos Flexibles, puedes ahorrar parte de tu sueldo antes de pagar los impuestos. Infórmate hoy: https://espanol.bcbsnm.com/insurance-basics/how-health-insurance...
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¡Entra al mundo digital con la aplicación móvil de BCBSNM!

EquipoConnect November 23, 2020

¿Deseas no recibir tanto papelera por correo? Descarga la aplicación móvil de BCBSNM ahorita mismo. Obtén todo el acceso que necesitas. https://espanol.bcbsnm.com/mobile . Más videos de Health Care One-to-One . Originalmente publicado 11...
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Fall and Wintertime Skin Care: How to Prevent and Treat Dry Skin

BCBSNM Connect Team November 17, 2020

The leaves are falling, the holidays are just around the corner. So is something else. Itchy skin. Yep, as the seasons change, so does your skin. The skin routine you use in the summer may not work so well in the fall and winter when humidity dr...
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Todo lo que respiras

EquipoConnect November 6, 2020

Tu hogar puede ser cálido y acogedor, pero ¿es bueno para tus pulmones? La gente tiende a ignorar sus pulmones. Sabemos que no podemos vivir sin ellos, pero no pasamos mucho tiempo cuidándolos. Pero ahora que las acti...
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No pospongas vacunarte contra la gripe

EquipoConnect September 1, 2020

Este no es el año para que se te olvide la vacuna contra la gripe. Tampoco es el año para esperar hasta escuchar que otros se están enfermando de gripe. Eso es porque tanto los virus de la gripe como el virus que causa la C...
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HIPAA: ¿Cuál es la información que necesitas?

EquipoConnect August 7, 2020

Al acudir a un médico, dentista u oculista, te piden que leas y firmes su declaración de privacidad. ¿Qué significa esto? Gracias a la Ley de Portabilidad y Responsabilidad de los Seguros Médicos (HIPAA, en ingl&ea...
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How HMO Works: Seeing a Specialist

BCBSNM Connect Team June 9, 2020

If you have an HMO or are thinking of purchasing an HMO, this information can help you learn who should be giving you care and when a specialist is needed.
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Cómo reconocer y ayudar a un adolescente con trastornos alimentarios

EquipoConnect May 8, 2020

Los adolescentes ven modelos muy delgados en televisión y fotos retocadas de celebridades en línea. Estas imágenes están por todos lados. Y podrían hacer que los adolescentes se cuestionen sobre su físico. A...
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Cuidar de uno mismo mientras se cuida de alguien más

EquipoConnect May 5, 2020

Busca a tu alrededor, verás cuidadores. En EE. UU., uno de cada tres adultos cuida de otra persona. Un cuidador es alguien que cuida de sus padres, su pareja enferma o un hijo discapacitado. Ser cuidador puede resultar una labor estresante y ...
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El médico está a un clic: Atención en línea a través de consultas virtuales

EquipoConnect April 27, 2020

¿Te estás perdiendo la conveniencia de las consultas virtuales? Es una manera rápida y fácil de atenderse con un profesional médico. Digamos que estás de vacaciones y te enfermas. O que tu hijo se despierta d...
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Cómo funciona la cobertura HMO: El proceso de órdenes médicas

EquipoConnect January 25, 2020

Las órdenes médicas o referidos son un componente importante para ahorrar dinero con tu cobertura HMO. No es suficiente tener cobertura HMO; es importante saber cuándo se necesita un referido y cómo usar los beneficios de tu cobertura HMO.
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There’s No Time Like the Present to Plan for Better Health

BCBSNM Connect Team January 13, 2020

Planning your annual exams now will help make your own health a priority. Time has a way of passing by before we know it. Things you meant to do never seem to get done. That includes taking better care of your health. You can jumpstart that goal...
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6 preguntas para el médico sobre el asma

EquipoConnect January 6, 2020

Cuando tu hijo tiene asma, el médico y tú forman parte del equipo que lo cuida. El primer paso es saber si tu hijo tiene asma. La tos, la sibilancia y la dificultad para respirar pueden ser causados por el asma, pero tambi&eac...
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