by Dr. Larry Wu | Aug 26, 2016 | Health & Wellness, Pregnancy |
Some people are wary of immunizations due to the many vaccine myths circulating the country. These people run the risk of catching and spreading diseases like measles. The good news is these myths are just that: myths. Here are the most common myths about...
by Blue Cross NC | Jun 22, 2015 | Health & Wellness |
We’ve been lucky so far. Despite an outbreak affecting nine states across the country, North Carolina hasn’t seen any cases of salmonella outbreaks this year. But with incidents as close as Virginia, it’s as important as ever to be aware of the infection and how to...
by Blue Cross NC | Nov 5, 2014 | Health & Wellness |
According to the CDC, flu season is officially here. While the best way to prevent the flu is to get a flu shot, the vaccine can take up to two weeks to start working. So what should you do if a friend or family member is sick and you’re their primary caregiver? To...
by Allison Bonner | Sep 17, 2014 | Health & Wellness |
It’s that time of year; flu season is upon us. That means flu shots. Maybe you’re ready to go and are rushing to Target because they’re offering discounts to shoppers who get the flu shot as an incentive. Great! You know the importance of getting the flu shot, not...
by Kyle Marshall | Jan 3, 2014 | Careers & Culture, Health & Wellness |
It’s one of the most pressing health issues of our time: Obesity affects more than 35% of adult Americans and 17% of children and adolescents. A newly formed national panel with a BCBSNC representative aims to do something about it. The Institute of Medicine...
