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  • Las fábricas de químicos del cuerpo humano

    Tu Salud: Las fábricas de químicos del cuerpo humano

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    El cuerpo es una máquina compleja. Todo está interconectado. Muchas veces, cuando se nos diagnostica una enfermedad, es necesario atenderla para evitar que nada más en nuestro cuerpo resulte afectado.  Veamos los riño...
    • March 22, 2024
  • What to Do if Your Claim Is Not Approved

    Blogs: What to Do if Your Claim Is Not Approved

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Nurse care manager Lenzy Mixon got a call from a member about a large bill he received for a stay at a skilled nursing facility. He checked with his doctor, who assured him the stay had been pre-approved by his health plan. His next call was to us. ...
    • March 22, 2024
  • Kidneys: The Chemical Factories of the Human Body

    Blogs: Kidneys: The Chemical Factories of the Human Body

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    The body is one complicated machine. Everything is connected. Everything works (or is supposed to, anyway) in harmony. Many times, when you're diagnosed with an illness, it’s important to address and treat it properly so other parts of your bo...
    • March 22, 2024
  • Ayuda a tu cuerpo y mente sin tener que gastar dinero

    Tu Salud: Ayuda a tu cuerpo y mente sin tener que gastar dinero

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    ¿Puedes ejercitarte haciendo lo que ya haces, sin gastar tiempo o dinero extra? ¿Ejercitarte sin llamarle ejercicio? ¿Actividad física sin sentirte intimidado? Sí, sí puedes. El ejercicio no tiene por qu&eac...
    • March 22, 2024
  • Breast Pumps Can Help Make Breastfeeding Easier

    Blogs: Breast Pumps Can Help Make Breastfeeding Easier

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Nourishing your newborn baby is one of the most important things you’ll do as a parent. Breastfeeding is a popular option for many parents — and for good reasons. Breast milk provides ideal nutrition that supports a baby’s growth an...
    • March 21, 2024
  • Lower Your Risk for Colorectal Cancer

    Blogs: Lower Your Risk for Colorectal Cancer

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    The most effective way to lower your risk for colorectal cancer is to be screened. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that people at average risk start screening at age 45. Often, colorectal cancer starts with one or more poly...
    • March 15, 2024
  • Cómo protegerse de la gripe (influenza)

    Medicare Español: Cómo protegerse de la gripe (influenza)

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    Es la temporada de la gripe y nadie quiere sufrir los dolores ni la miseria en general de estar deprimido y desanimado por el virus de la gripe. Entonces, ¿cuál es su plan para prevenirlo? Puede quedarse en casa y evitar el contacto co...
    • March 15, 2024
  • Razones para levantarse y ejercitarse hoy mismo

    Medicare Español: Razones para levantarse y ejercitarse hoy mismo

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    Pasar largas horas en frente de un monitor o televisor no es lo mejor para la mente o el cuerpo. Desconéctese y relájese. ¡Póngase los tenis y haga ejercicio! Con solo 150 minutos de actividad física a la semana pued...
    • March 14, 2024
  • Por qué no estás durmiendo bien

    Tu Salud: Por qué no estás durmiendo bien

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect
    ¿Te sientes más aturdido de lo habitual? ¿No te despiertas renovado después de una buena noche de sueño? ¿Qué es lo que te quita el sueño? Existen muchos obstáculos que pueden impedir que...
    • March 12, 2024
  • Why Should I Get Tested for Colon Cancer?

    Blogs: Why Should I Get Tested for Colon Cancer?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team
    Do you believe in the power of prevention? If you’re 45 years of age or older, one of those reasons is colorectal cancer, also known as colon cancer. Besides skin cancer, colon cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer for both men an...
    • March 7, 2024
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  • Entendiendo las coberturas médicas y los gastos

    Entendiendo las coberturas médicas y los gastos

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect June 9, 2023
    Deducibles, coaseguros, primas... ¿entiendes cómo funcionan todos? Escucha y aprende con Vanessa mientras pregunta sobre sus gastos con un especialista en Servicio al Cliente. Más videos de Health Care One-to-One.
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    Preventing Decay with Dental Sealants

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team June 6, 2023
    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...
    • 2877 Views
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    Preventing Stroke in Women of All Ages

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team June 5, 2023
    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.....
    • 3296 Views
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    Who Packed the Salmonella? Preventing Picnic Pitfalls

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team May 26, 2023
    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...
    • 2641 Views
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    Three Things You May Not Know About Skin Cancer

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team May 23, 2023
    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...
    • 2311 Views
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    Recognizing the Early Signs of Depression

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team May 23, 2023
    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...
    • 4689 Views
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    Poor Hearing and Falls are Connected in Seniors

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team May 18, 2023
    Hearing loss can cause many day-to-day challenges. You may have trouble hearing people around the dinner table or in a busy restaurant. You may worry about not hearing the phone or doorbell. Hearing loss is more than an inconvenience. Studies show...
    • 2494 Views
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    10 Reasons to Get Up and Get Active Today

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team May 10, 2023
    Long hours in front of a computer monitor or television screen isn’t the best thing for your mind or body. Step away. Take a break. Lace up your tennis shoes and get a move on! Just 150 minutes of physical activity each week makes a big differe....
    • 6804 Views
  • https://connect.bcbsnm.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-02/Build_2D00_Resilience_2D00_Manage_2D00_Stress.jpg

    Build Resilience to Manage Stress and Change

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 25, 2023
    Building mental resilience can help you handle stress and the ups and downs of life. That can lead to improved overall mental and physical health and a better quality of life. Mental resilience is the ability to adapt to change, stressful situations...
    • 2309 Views
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    What You Need to Know About Prostate Cancer Testing

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 25, 2023
    Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in American men. But when to get screened for it isn’t an easy decision. Talking with your doctor can help you choose what’s best for you. Testing Recommendations The U.S. Preventive Ser...
    • 3221 Views
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    Movement Snacks Can Help You Live Better and Longer

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 25, 2023
    If it’s hard for you to find time to get some exercise, there may be a way to make it easier. Think in terms of small bursts of energy, or movement snacks. Start improving your health by adding a few movement snacks to your day. It can make you....
    • 1430 Views
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    Información importante sobre las pruebas de cáncer de próstata

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect April 25, 2023
    El cáncer de próstata es el cáncer interno más común en los hombres estadounidenses (con excepción del cáncer de la piel). Sin embargo, es difícil saber cuándo hay que hacerse la pr...
    • 1771 Views
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    Catch Colon Cancer Early with Screenings

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team April 25, 2023
    Excluding skin cancers, colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer in Americans and the third leading cause of death from cancer in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. Screenings can catch it early when it’s trea.....
    • 9623 Views
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    Is My Prescription a Pharmacy or Medical Benefit?

    BCBSNM Connect Team
    BCBSNM Connect Team June 13, 2025
    It’s no secret that prescription drugs can be pricey. One of the best ways to save on the drugs you are prescribed is to make sure you understand how your health plan benefits work. A good place to start is to answer this question: Is my prescr....
    • 2775 Views
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    ¿Mis medicamentos recetados están incluidos en la cobertura para medicamentos o en la cobertura médica?

    EquipoConnect
    EquipoConnect April 24, 2023
    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,...
    • 1070 Views
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