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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina’s blog offers members helpful information and insight into their health care. Learn more about the ins and outs of health insurance — what it means, how you can get the most out of it and what to consider when purchasing a new plan — find tips for healthy living and insight into careers at the company. In this space, you can read stories about the people at BlueCross who give back to our community, find advice about how to have conversations with your doctor and learn about how to help your business and employees thrive. There’s something in this space for everyone.
What To Know About Senior Health
South Carolinians can prepare for senior years by being aware of common health conditions and making healthy choices. One BlueCross expert shares how older Carolinians can improve their health as they age.
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What To Do If You Experience Lower Back Pain
Thousands of South Carolinians see doctors each year for lower back pain. It is important to know what kind of care to seek when you experience this kind of pain and to know the questions to ask your doctor.
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Explore South Carolina’s Seven Wonders
Visiting the seven wonders of South Carolina can be a great way to see the state. They include gorges, mountains, rivers and parks. Get outside this year to see more of what South Carolina has to offer.
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How To Volunteer
Volunteers are key for many nonprofits. BlueCross employees give back and volunteer in the community all year. Our community relations specialist coordinates these efforts. She shares some tips for volunteering.
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How To Practice Mindfulness
In recent years, people report feeling more stressed. Stress can lead to serious health conditions. One way to combat stress and other mental health disorders is to be mindful.
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7 Ways You Can Live Sustainably
Every year on Earth Day, people across the planet demonstrate support for environmental protection. Maintaining a sustainable lifestyle means thinking about the impact your choices make on food, products and energy use. This Earth Day, don’t just plant a tree. Try to make new, healthy lifestyle choices that are good for the Earth, too.
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Practical Tips for Improving Minority Health
Across South Carolina, racial and ethnic minorities have the highest rates of poor health outcomes, disease and chronic conditions. There are ways for minorities to take control of their health care.
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Addressing Health Inequities in Communities of Color
Diabetes affects hundreds of thousands of people in South Carolina. But it does not affect them at the same rate. The rate of the disease is higher among Black residents than white. It affects more than 16 percent of Black people in the state. It affects 11 percent of white residents.
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