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  • Are You In the Money? Or In the Red?

    Blogs: Are You In the Money? Or In the Red?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    When you think about taking better care of yourself, what are the first things that come to mind? Do you think about eating more fruits and veggies? Maybe you decide to exercise more, get more sleep or finally get that long-overdue annual checku...
    • February 19, 2024
  • ¿Padece diabetes? A continuación, le brindamos más información sobre lo que esto implica

    Tu Salud: ¿Padece diabetes? A continuación, le brindamos más información sobre lo que esto implica

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    La mayoría de los alimentos que consumimos se convierten en glucosa (es decir, azúcar). Nuestros cuerpos usan este azúcar para alimentar nuestras células con la energía que necesitan para funcionar de manera correct...
    • February 12, 2024
  • In-Home Diabetes Care: The Importance of Moving

    Blogs: In-Home Diabetes Care: The Importance of Moving

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Diabetes management is about more than food and medication. It's important to stay physically active, too. When you exercise, your muscles use sugar for energy. This helps reduce glucose levels without added insulin. A study by Mayo Clinic found that...
    • February 8, 2024
  • Nurseline: Get Your Questions Answered

    Blogs: Nurseline: Get Your Questions Answered

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Health issues don’t always follow a 9-to-5 schedule. Sometimes, problems and questions come up at the worst possible times (like 8 o’clock on a Friday night, or when you’re on your way to a family reunion). It's tempting to hop on t...
    • February 8, 2024
  • Tips for Using Your HMO

    Blogs: Tips for Using Your HMO

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    There’s a better way to use your health maintenance organization (HMO) plan. Start with your primary care provider (PCP). Your PCP knows how to help you get the health care you need.  It’s an important relationshi...
    • February 7, 2024
  • Fending Off the Flu Bug

    Blogs: Fending Off the Flu Bug

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    It’s flu season. No one wants to suffer through the aches, pains and general misery of being down and out with the flu virus. So what’s your plan to avoid it?  You could stay home and avoid contact with all other humans. You could tr...
    • February 7, 2024
  • Start a New Health Journey with Well onTarget

    Blogs: Start a New Health Journey with Well onTarget

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Well onTarget® and Blue PointsSM are not available to all members. Check Blue Access for MembersSM or ask your benefits administrator to see if you have these benefits. Well onTarget is designed to give you the support you need to make healthy ch...
    • February 6, 2024
  • Learn About Different Levels of Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment

    Blogs: Learn About Different Levels of Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Would you know what to do if a friend or family member needed help with a mental health or substance use issue? What kind of help would they need? Who could help? Not knowing what to do can be scary and confusing. But there are many things you can d...
    • February 6, 2024
  • Why Aren’t You Sleeping?

    Blogs: Why Aren’t You Sleeping?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Feeling more groggy than usual? You know you’re not waking up refreshed from a good night’s sleep. But what’s keeping you from sleeping? Turns out, there are many potential obstacles to getting and staying asleep. You can improve yo...
    • February 6, 2024
  • Wait, That's Sugar, Too?

    Blogs: Wait, That's Sugar, Too?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    If you’re trying to watch your weight, chances are you’ve indulged in something sweet with a sugar substitute. It seems like a good way to enjoy a treat without all the calories, right? These sugar substitutes are often made from high-int...
    • February 5, 2024
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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...
    • 4715 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...
    • 2402 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...
    • 570 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.....
    • 2612 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&...
    • 3096 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....
    • 1296 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 .....
    • 2095 Views
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    Telehealth Makes It Easier to Get Mental Health Care

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team March 25, 2022
    Many people struggle to get help for mental health concerns. The growing availability of telehealth care is helping with one part of the problem, offering simpler access to care. Telehealth use has grown significantly in recent years , especiall...
    • 1551 Views
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    Is a Vegetarian or Vegan Diet Right for You?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team March 25, 2022
    We all know healthy eating habits are vital for good health. Yet many of us still eat too much that isn’t good for us and too little of what is good for us. If you want to live longer and have a lower risk of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diab....
    • 1666 Views
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    Opciones seguras para controlar el dolor

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect March 20, 2022
    Existen muchas maneras de tratar el dolor para poder disfrutar de una mejor calidad de vida. Conocer las opciones te puede ayudar a mantenerte seguro mientras haces lo que más te importa. Los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de E...
    • 640 Views
  • Where can I find a list of providers that accept my insurance?

    Where can I find a list of providers that accept my insurance?

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    H Esq March 10, 2022
    Where can I find a list of providers that accept my insurance?
    • 6568 Views
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    Some Diabetic Test Strips May Be Available at a Lower Cost

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team March 1, 2022
    If you live with diabetes, you know that one of the biggest challenges is keeping your blood sugar at close-to-normal levels. It’s important to maintain glucose levels as close to normal as possible to help reduce the chance of any diabetes-rel....
    • 851 Views
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    Don’t Brush Off Signs that Something Isn’t Right

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team March 1, 2022
    Knowing your body can save your life. That means paying attention if you see or feel changes in your body. It means noticing and following up on worrisome symptoms, especially if they don’t go away. And it means seeking help when you need it. D....
    • 1278 Views
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    Is There a Secret Recipe for a Good Night’s Sleep?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team February 28, 2022
    Go to a library or bookstore, and you’re likely to see row upon row of books that all claim to have the solution to a perfect night’s sleep. Despite all these “solutions” being offered, many people still can’t get enough...
    • 8472 Views
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    ¿Hay alguna receta secreta para dormir bien?

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect February 28, 2022
    Es probable que en una biblioteca o librería puedas ver filas y filas de libros que afirmen tener la solución para dormir bien. A pesar de todas estas "soluciones" que se ofrecen, muchas personas no logran dormir lo suficiente. Tal vez ...
    • 2519 Views
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