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  • Lowering the Risk of Opioid Misuse

    Blogs: Lowering the Risk of Opioid Misuse

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    The opioid crisis was declared a national “public health emergency” back in 2017. Since the alarm was sounded, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says opioid addiction, overdose and deaths are still on the rise in the U...
    • February 20, 2023
  • Balance entre el uso y el abuso de opioides

    Medicare Español: Balance entre el uso y el abuso de opioides

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    En el año 2017, la crisis de los opioides fue declarada una "emergencia de salud pública" nacional. Desde que sonó la alarma, los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC) informan que la adicci&oacute...
    • February 20, 2023
  • ¡La prediabetes se puede revertir! Evita la diabetes reduciendo tu consumo de azúcar

    Tu Salud: ¡La prediabetes se puede revertir! Evita la diabetes reduciendo tu consumo de azúcar

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    ¿Deseas escuchar buenas noticias sobre la diabetes? Para muchos de nosotros, la enfermedad se puede retardar o incluso prevenir haciendo algunos cambios simples a nuestro estilo de vida.
    • February 17, 2023
  • Prediabetes Can Be Reversed

    Blogs: Prediabetes Can Be Reversed

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Want to hear some good news about diabetes? For many of us, the disease can be delayed or even prevented with a few simple lifestyle changes. This is important because diabetes affects more than 37 million people in the U.S. That’s about one o...
    • February 17, 2023
  • What is a CDHP and How Does It Work?

    Blogs: What is a CDHP and How Does It Work?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Buying health insurance can be very confusing. We all want to choose the best plans for our needs. One plan worth a close look is the consumer-directed health plan (CDHP) – sometimes called a consumer-driven health plan and high-deductible heal...
    • February 6, 2023
  • Fuel Your Brain: What Foods Support Mental Health?

    Blogs: Fuel Your Brain: What Foods Support Mental Health?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    If you pay attention, your body will tell you if what you’re eating is good for it or not. You may feel energized after a healthy meal. Revived from drinking a tall glass of water. Or you may feel sluggish if you eat too much. Or uncomfortable ...
    • February 2, 2023
  • Not Sleeping Well? Done Right, Daily Activity Can Help

    Blogs: Not Sleeping Well? Done Right, Daily Activity Can Help

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    If sleeping doesn’t come easy, you’ve probably already tried a few things you thought might help. If they didn’t help, there may be another option — more activity each day. It may seem odd to say that more activity can help yo...
    • February 1, 2023
  • ¿No duermes bien? Realizar actividad física diariamente de la manera correcta puede ayudarte

    Tu Salud: ¿No duermes bien? Realizar actividad física diariamente de la manera correcta puede ayudarte

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    Si dormir no te resulta fácil, es probable que ya hayas seguido algunos consejos que pensabas que podrían ser útiles. Pero si este no ha sido el caso, puede haber otra opción: realizar más actividad física to...
    • February 1, 2023
  • How Serious is Cirrhosis?

    Blogs: How Serious is Cirrhosis?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico (BCBSNM) works closely with Loyola University School of Medicine to support research about cirrhosis of the liver. By doing so, we help doctors anticipate and treat the growing number of cases they now see. Da...
    • January 27, 2023
  • Getting to Know Your Doctor

    Blogs: Getting to Know Your Doctor

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Developing a good relationship with your doctor is important. In fact, it’s one of the best things you do for your wellbeing. Working closely together, you’ll map out a plan to take care of any health issues or concerns you may. It might ...
    • January 25, 2023
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    Is Your Pharmacy In-Network?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 24, 2025
    It makes sense to ensure your health care provider is in the network before you make an appointment. When you use an in-network provider and facility, you get the most from your health insurance plan. The same is true with your pharmacy. When you...
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    Cuidar los riñones ayuda a mantenerte saludable

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect April 12, 2025
    Los riñones juegan un papel importante en tu salud general, ya que: filtran el exceso de agua y de toxinas del cuerpo; ayudan a controlar la presión arterial; y contribuyen en la producción de glóbulos rojos y en el mante...
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    Staying Healthy Before, During and After Pregnancy

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 11, 2025
    Taking care of your health is always important. But it takes on a new level of importance when a baby enters the picture. It’s important to step up your self-care while you’re trying to get pregnant, during your pregnancy and after you g...
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    La ayuda que necesitas para entender tu cobertura médica

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect April 11, 2025
    Entender tu seguro médico puede ser complicado, pero podemos ayudarte. Nuestro Centro de ayuda te ayuda a responder las dudas sobre cómo usar tu cobertura médica y obtener respuestas a tus preguntas clave. Obtén ayuda en u...
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    Taking Care of Your Kidneys Helps Keep You Healthy

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 11, 2025
    Kidneys play a big part in your total health. They filter extra water and toxins from your body. They help control blood pressure. And they play a role in making red blood cells and in keeping bones healthy. When your kidneys aren’t working as.....
    • 8481 Views
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    Checking Your Blood Pressure Could Save Your Life

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 11, 2025
    Keeping your blood pressure in a healthy range is one of the best things you can do for your health. That’s because high blood pressure is the single biggest risk factor for heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and other health problems. Near.....
    • 4053 Views
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    Medir tu presión arterial podría salvarte la vida

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect April 11, 2025
    Mantener tu presión arterial en un rango saludable es una de las mejores cosas que puedes hacer por tu salud. Esto se debe a que la presión arterial alta es el factor de riesgo más grande de enfermedad cardíaca, derrame c...
    • 1529 Views
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    Plan Ahead for Safe, Healthy Travels

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 10, 2025
    There’s nothing like getting away to relax and clear your head. And these breaks away from your routine can improve your health. Even the planning phase can have positive effects. WebMD says getaways or staycations may: Lower your stress level....
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    ¿Estás planeando un viaje internacional este verano? Verifica tus opciones de cobertura

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect April 10, 2025
    ¿Estás planeando viajar fuera de los Estados Unidos? Ya sea que el trabajo te envíe al extranjero o que viajes por diversión, la clave es estar preparado. Antes de viajar, infórmate sobre tus opciones de cobertura ...
    • 4772 Views
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    Tu cobertura médica podría incluir muchos servicios preventivos sin costo adicional

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect April 3, 2025
    Tu cobertura médica incluye vacunas para niños y adultos, como la vacuna contra la gripe, sin ningún costo adicional para ti. Habla con tu médico sobre las vacunas que necesita cada miembro de tu familia. Muchos servicios ...
    • 76 Views
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    ¿Tienes apnea del sueño? Infórmate y encuentra soluciones a tu problema

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect April 3, 2025
    ¿Roncas fuerte? ¿O te sientes cansado cuando te despiertas y durante el día? ¿A menudo tienes dolores de cabeza por las mañanas? Es posible que padezcas un trastorno llamado apnea del sueño. ¿Por qu&ea...
    • 99 Views
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    Kids Graduating from College? You Can Still Help with Coverage

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 1, 2025
    Young adults have more health insurance options than ever before. Having lots of choices is awesome, but it can also be overwhelming. This is especially true if you don’t have that much experience dealing with health insurance. As you probably ....
    • 5046 Views
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    ¿Cómo usar el portal protegido Blue Access for Members?

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect March 31, 2025
    ¿Está aprovechando todos los excelentes beneficios de Blue Access for MembersSM? BAMSM es el portal protegido para asegurados en el que puede hacer lo siguiente: verificar el estado e historial de su reclamación; confirmar que l...
    • 680 Views
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    Ayuda a superar el trastorno por consumo de opioides con la farmacoterapia con apoyo

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect March 27, 2025
    El trastorno por consumo de opioides (OUD, en inglés) es una crisis de salud actual en los Estados Unidos que puede afectar a cualquier persona, independientemente de la raza, el nivel económico o el sexo. Se estima que 6.1 millones de ...
    • 223 Views
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    Su programa de recompensas Blue Points Rewards ahora es mejor

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect March 25, 2025
    Este artículo está destinado a los asegurados que tienen cobertura de un seguro médico particular por medio del Mercado de seguros médicos (y no para aquellos con una cobertura a través de un empleador). No todos lo...
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