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Tu Salud: Ayuda a detener el acoso

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Los espectadores pueden desempeñar un papel clave en detener el acoso escolar, tanto en la escuela como en línea. Ayuda a tus hijos a aprender qué significa apoyar a alguien que está siendo acosado. Lamentablemente, el aco...
- June 30, 2023
Blogs: Help Stop Bullying

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Bystanders can play a key role in stopping bullying — both in school and online. Help your kids learn what it means to stand up for someone who is bullied. Sadly, bullying among kids and teens is still very common in the U.S. About 20% of all s...
- June 30, 2023
Tu Salud: Este avance médico es esencial para una vida sana

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Es probable que últimamente hayas escuchado mucho sobre las vacunas. Es un buen recordatorio para que tú y tu familia se pongan al día con todas las vacunas de rutina. ¿Quién necesita vacunarse? Las vacunas n...
- June 28, 2023
Blogs: Tips for Staying Healthy During Wildfire Season

BCBSNM Connect Team

A dry summer and heavy winds are making this another year of widespread wildfires. Wildfires can do a lot of damage, including to your health. And people with certain health conditions could experience more serious health threats. Wildfires can threa...
- June 26, 2023
Blogs: Don't Put Off Getting Your Flu Shot

BCBSNM Connect Team

Current estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for the 2022-2023 flu season show a higher number of cases and deaths than the previous few flu seasons. During the pandemic, flu cases were down due to the steps taken to p...
- June 23, 2023
Blogs: Do One Thing for a Longer, Healthier Life

BCBSNM Connect Team

Better health can be yours at any age. And it may be easier than you think to make the changes that will have a positive effect on your health. We all know we should eat a healthy diet. But you may not know just how big an impact what you eat and dri...
- June 23, 2023
Blogs: Help Your Skin Help You

BCBSNM Connect Team

Your skin has a big job. It shields your body and keeps out germs. And that’s just the start. It’s your body’s largest organ, and it deserves careful attention. Help Your Skin Help You Taking care of your skin is taking care of your...
- June 23, 2023
Blogs: What Happens When Your Doctor Recommends Physical Therapy

BCBSNM Connect Team

You probably do your best to stay in shape. Maybe a burst of new motivation inspired you to ramp things up a bit — even add another activity to your regular workout routine. In your enthusiasm, maybe you charged full speed ahead instead of star...
- June 22, 2023
Blogs: Demystifying Bipolar Disorder

BCBSNM Connect Team

Some of television’s most popular characters have struggled with bipolar disorder. In the throes of a manic episode, a CIA agent pins a spiderweb of red string across photos on a wall. It looks like a frenzied mess to anyone on the outside look...
- June 21, 2023
Blogs: Prevent Gum Disease for a Healthy Heart

BCBSNM Connect Team

What do your gums and your heart have in common? Studies show people with gum disease are almost twice as likely to have heart disease. With gum disease, inflammation not only puts the mouth at risk, but can be a danger to the heart. Links have also ...
- June 21, 2023

Watch Your Waist: Fat Around the Middle Can Be Dangerous

BCBSNM Connect Team December 19, 2024

We all know that carrying extra weight is not healthy. But do you know that where you carry your weight matters? It turns out that not all fat is the same. Fat at the waistline can indicate an increased risk for some serious health problems. Visceral...
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Live Longer: Many Heart Attacks and Strokes Can Be Prevented

BCBSNM Connect Team December 19, 2024

Heart disease and stroke are the first and fifth leading causes of death in the United States, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Each year, about 1.5 million Americans suffer a heart attack or stroke. More than 700,000...
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Ayuda para padres estresados

EquipoConnect December 18, 2024

Ser padre es gratificante pero también es estresante. Guiar el crecimiento y el desarrollo de otro ser humano desde su nacimiento hasta la edad adulta no es para los débiles. Hace miles de años, nuestros antepasados luchaban todo...
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The Benefits of Being Bilingual

BCBSNM Connect Team December 17, 2024

The United States is a country of many languages. It’s hard to know the exact number, but data shows there are between 68 and 76 million people in the U.S. who speak more than one language. So it’s no surprise that more children now grow ...
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Cómo fijar metas de año nuevo que puedas cumplir

EquipoConnect December 13, 2024

El comienzo de un nuevo año parece el momento adecuado para fijarse metas. Incluso podemos hacer listas de cosas que nos gustaría cambiar. Nuestras listas suelen incluir metas como “comer sano” y “hacer más eje...
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Digital Smarts: Basic Smartphone Terms Explained

BCBSNM Connect Team December 13, 2024

Smartphones are more than just phones. These modern-day marvels can carry out a whole range of functions besides phone calls. With a smartphone, you can surf the web, send and receive emails and texts, record video, take photos, watch movies and...
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Smartphone Basics for Older Adults: Unlocking the Digital World

BCBSNM Connect Team December 12, 2024

If you’re new to smartphones, they can seem scary and confusing. But they don’t have to be. Read on for a simple guide to the basics of using a smartphone. What are smartphone apps? A smartphone is a mobile phone with many of the same fun...
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¿Qué te puede decir la frecuencia cardíaca sobre tu estado de salud?

EquipoConnect December 5, 2024

La frecuencia cardíaca cambia constantemente: aumenta cuando caminas y baja cuando te sientas. Pero, ¿qué puede decirte sobre tu estado de salud en general? La frecuencia cardíaca es el número de latidos del coraz&o...
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10 consejos para mantenerte en forma durante las fiestas

EquipoConnect December 5, 2024

Hay más de un mes entre el Día de Acción de Gracias y el Día de Año Nuevo. Si bien es una época muy activa del año, no tienes que dejar tu salud por un lado. Sí, es un momento lleno de comidas n...
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Cómo brindar apoyo a alguien con un problema de salud mental

EquipoConnect December 5, 2024

Cualquier persona puede tener un problema de salud mental. De ser este el caso, los amigos y los familiares pueden marcar una gran diferencia en la recuperación. Los problemas de salud mental son comunes, ya que más de 1 de cada 5 adult...
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Need Information? Here’s Where to Find It

BCBSNM Connect Team December 2, 2024

There are many ways you can get information from us. We offer options to suit a variety of communication preferences. Our Website Visit bcbsnm.com for information about all we have to offer: If you’re shopping for insurance, you can ...
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La conexión entre la mente y el cuerpo: Cuida ambos para mejorar la salud

EquipoConnect December 2, 2024

Al igual que la mente y el cuerpo, también existe una conexión entre la salud mental y física. Por eso, si tienes un problema de salud, es posible que necesites atención médica tanto para los síntomas mentale...
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Jumpstart Your Wellness: Review Your Benefits

BCBSNM Connect Team December 2, 2024

It’s another new year, another chance to start fresh. But if grand New Year’s resolutions aren’t your style, there is one easy way to keep on top of your health: Brush up on the benefits that come with your health plan. It’s a...
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Make Your Health a Priority with Preventive Care

BCBSNM Connect Team December 2, 2024

You owe it to yourself to take care of your health. One good place to start is by scheduling your yearly preventive health care exam. Preventive care is very important for people of all ages. Scheduling an annual preventive care visit will give you...
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Haz de Tu Salud una Prioridad con Cuidados Preventivos

EquipoConnect December 2, 2024

Es tu deber cuidar tu salud. Un buen punto de partida es programar un examen médico preventivo anual. El cuidado preventivo es muy importante para personas de todas las edades. Programar una consulta anual de atención preventiva te dar&...
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