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  • Is My Prescription a Pharmacy or Medical Benefit?

    Blogs: Is My Prescription a Pharmacy or Medical Benefit?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    It’s no secret that prescription drugs can be pricey. Everyone wants to find ways to save on their medications. One of the best ways to save is to make sure you understand your health plan’s benefits and how they work. Knowledge is power,...
    • April 24, 2023
  • ¿Mis medicamentos recetados están incluidos en la cobertura para medicamentos o en la cobertura médica?

    Tu Cobertura: ¿Mis medicamentos recetados están incluidos en la cobertura para medicamentos o en la cobertura médica?

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    Es un hecho que los medicamentos recetados pueden ser costosos. Todos buscamos maneras de ahorrar al surtirlos. Una de las mejores maneras de hacerlo es conociendo lo que paga el seguro médico. Después de todo, el conocimiento es poder,...
    • April 24, 2023
  • Who Controls Health Insurance?

    Blogs: Who Controls Health Insurance?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Health care is expensive. We all pretty much agree on that. Yet, for the 297 million with health insurance (about 85 percent of Americans), care is more affordable than it would be without coverage. How exactly does health insurance help keep costs d...
    • April 13, 2023
  • New Personal Challenges Help You Improve Your Life

    Blogs: New Personal Challenges Help You Improve Your Life

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Well onTarget® and Blue PointsSM are not available to all members. Check Blue Access for Members 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 health...
    • April 11, 2023
  • Sexual Assault Awareness: An Important Subject That Affects Everyone

    Blogs: Sexual Assault Awareness: An Important Subject That Affects Everyone

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). Yet, sexual assault isn’t confined to a single month of the year. It’s a serious public health problem that hurts millions of children and adults across the United States. Sexual violen...
    • April 1, 2023
  • The Many Benefits of Music in Your Life

    Blogs: The Many Benefits of Music in Your Life

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Most people have a favorite song. For centuries, we’ve used songs and music to tell stories and share our histories. But in addition to telling us stories and allowing us to share histories, music can also have a positive impact on our health. ...
    • March 31, 2023
  • Can You Get Health Insurance Now?

    Blogs: Can You Get Health Insurance Now?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Life happens. Things change. Some changes can even affect your health insurance. They’re called a “qualifying life event.” What does the term mean? What Is a Qualifying Life Event? In most cases, you can only sign up for a health in...
    • March 28, 2023
  • Make No Bones About It: You Could Be at Risk for Osteoporosis

    Blogs: Make No Bones About It: You Could Be at Risk for Osteoporosis

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    You count on your bones to support you. But they need your help to stay strong. About 54 million Americans have low bone mass. That increases the risk for osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a bone disease in which your body loses bone mass or doesn’...
    • March 27, 2023
  • Detecta el cáncer de colon a tiempo con un examen preventivo

    Tu Salud: Detecta el cáncer de colon a tiempo con un examen preventivo

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    ¿Estás evitando hacerte un examen de detección del cáncer de colon porque crees que es doloroso o innecesario? Tienes que saber que el cáncer colorrectal es el cuarto tipo de cáncer más común en...
    • March 17, 2023
  • 10 Ways Alcohol Affects Your Body

    Blogs: 10 Ways Alcohol Affects Your Body

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Even small amounts of alcohol can have a big effect on your body. From the very first sip, alcohol enters your bloodstream and quickly travels through your body. Based on your age, gender and health, it may stay there for two hours or longer. During ...
    • March 10, 2023
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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...
    • 4712 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...
    • 2401 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...
    • 568 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.....
    • 2604 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&...
    • 3094 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....
    • 1294 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 .....
    • 2094 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...
    • 637 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?

    H Esq
    H Esq March 10, 2022
    Where can I find a list of providers that accept my insurance?
    • 6567 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....
    • 850 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....
    • 1275 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...
    • 8470 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 ...
    • 2510 Views
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