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Blogs: Fun Fitness for the Entire Family

BCBSNM Connect Team

“I’m bored!’ “There’s nothing to do!” How many times have we heard this from our kids? If you grew up before the age of video games, your first response might be, “Go outside!” On second thought, this m...
- June 7, 2023
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: The Folks Come Through: My College (Health) Care Package

BCBSNM Connect Team

You are free! Nobody will tell you what time to go to bed anymore. You settled into your dorm without any tears (on your end). You haven’t gotten lost on campus yet, which is always a win. You are now officially a college student with nothing t...
- June 5, 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: Diabetes and the Effects on the Body

BCBSNM Connect Team

Diabetes is all about blood sugar and insulin. When blood sugar levels get out of control, it opens the door to serious diseases and organ damage in your body. Here’s how. After a meal, your body breaks down food and drink into proteins,...
- June 2, 2023
Blogs: Calories in Versus Calories Out: The Crux of Weight Loss

BCBSNM Connect Team

Knowing how many calories you’re eating versus how many you’re burning often seems like a mystery. Feeling like you’re in the dark is one reason it can be hard to maintain a healthy body weight. If we don’t understand it, how...
- June 1, 2023
Blogs: Pet Care Equals Pet Power

BCBSNM Connect Team

Did you know your four-legged friend affects your health? Just owning a pet can improve your overall health and wellness. For instance, a dog can help increase your physical activity. A pet can also reduce stress and even boost your children’s ...
- May 30, 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

Consultas con un médico especialista en tratar la diabetes

EquipoConnect July 7, 2021

Te dieron la noticia inesperada que tienes diabetes. Tu médico de cabecera te recomienda que monitorees tus niveles de azúcar, comiences un programa de ejercicios y programes una consulta de seguimiento. Tienes mucho en qué pens...
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Evitar perder la vista por diabetes

EquipoConnect June 8, 2021

Para los adultos mayores con diabetes , perder la vista es un problema grave. Si la diabetes no se trata, puede provocar problemas de la vista, como ver borroso o, incluso, ceguera. Afortunadamente, la probabilidad de perder l a vista por diabet...
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Convierte tus quehaceres en tu ejercicio

EquipoConnect June 3, 2021

La próxima vez que veas un anillo alrededor de tu bañera, no te preocupes. Solo saca tu cepillo de limpiar y ejercita la parte superior de tu cuerpo. Al fin, ¡el único mal entrenamiento es el que nunca hiciste! Las tareas d...
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Puedes proteger tu audición. Aquí te decimos cómo.

EquipoConnect June 1, 2021

¿Crees que eres demasiado joven para preocuparte por la pérdida de audición? No lo eres. Por ejemplo, escuchar música a alto volumen, ir a eventos deportivos o trabajar en un entorno ruidoso pueden dañar tu audici&o...
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What Can You Do to Get Your Energy Back?

BCBSNM Connect Team May 26, 2021

Feel like the energy has just drained out of your body? Your habits and routine may be behind your fatigue. The good news is that you can make changes to beat some common energy zappers. And unless your lack of energy stems from an injury or health...
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Cómo los kits de pruebas para el hogar se ajustan a tu calendario

EquipoConnect May 25, 2021

Hay cosas que te encanta hacer y hay otras que tienes que hacer. Algunas pruebas médicas se incluyen en esta última categoría. Por ejemplo, podrías no estar muy entusiasmado en hacerte una colonoscopía. Pero hay bue...
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¿Necesitas autorización previa para obtener medicamentos con receta?

EquipoConnect May 21, 2021

¿Alguna vez has ido a recoger un nuevo medicamento y el farmacéutico te dice que necesitas una autorización previa de tu médico? Nos ha pasado a muchos. A continuación, algunos consejos para evitar que te quedes con...
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You Can Protect Your Hearing — Here’s How

BCBSNM Connect Team May 3, 2021

Think you’re too young to worry about hearing loss? You’re not. Things like listening to loud music, going to sporting events or working in a loud setting can harm your hearing. Take steps now to protect your hearing — once it&rsquo...
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Conciencia sobre la agresión sexual: Un tema que nos impacta a TODOS

EquipoConnect April 1, 2021

Abril ha sido designado el Mes de conciencia sobre la agresión sexual (Sexual Assault Awareness Month, SAAM, en inglés). Sin embargo, es más que un tema del mes o unas siglas; es un problema de salud pública que involucra a millones de niños y adultos
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Ofertas Saludables con Blue365

EquipoConnect January 6, 2021

¿Las listas de compras nunca terminan? ¿Eres cazaofertas? Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico (BCBSNM) ofrece Blue365®, un servicio de descuentos para ahorrar dinero y tiempo en una variedad de necesidades cotidianas y servicio...
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Diabetes: Si no puedes prevenirla, podrías demorarla

EquipoConnect December 21, 2020

Hay pequeños cambios que puedes hacer en tu dieta y estilo de vida que podrían rendirte grandes frutos para tratar o prevenir la diabetes. ¿Cómo?
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Seis formas fáciles de reducir el consumo de calorías durante los días festivos

EquipoConnect November 30, 2020

Si usted es como nosotros, los tamales no serán lo único relleno en la mesa del comedor durante los días festivos. Es fácil comer en exceso durante los días festivos en especial cuando se junta la familia y todos co...
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What Does “In-Network” Mean?

BCBSNM Connect Team November 24, 2020

Sometimes the words used in health care can be confusing. Making sure you know what "in-network" means may also mean you might save money. Listen in on this discussion between our health advocate and Victor, a BCBNM member. Find more Health Care...
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Do I Need a Referral to See a Specialist?

BCBSNM Connect Team November 24, 2020

Looking to see a specialist aside from your primary care physician like Vanessa? Not to worry! Robert answers Vanessa’s question about which plan needs a referral to see a specialist. Learn more about the referral process. Find more Health Care...
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Coverage While Traveling

BCBSNM Connect Team November 24, 2020

We follow Marissa and her boyfriend as they travel out of state. While building up his courage to ask her a very important question, he gets nervous, fumbles and asks about his health care coverage abroad instead! As a Customer Advocate, Marissa...
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