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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.

Get Your Cancer Screening

The number of cancer screenings is down. This trend is concerning for the medical community who warn it could result in a spike of cancer deaths in the future.

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Impact Story: Special Olympics South Carolina

Cue the gold medals! Meet Josh Myers, a Special Olympics South Carolina athlete whose inspiring journey with powerlifting proves that hard work, determination, and discipline are essential in paving the way for anyone to achieve monumental success.

COVID-19 Five Years Later

The COVID-19 pandemic reached South Carolina in March 2020. Five years later, much has changed, even as COVID-19 continues to circulate in our communities. Here’s the newest information and how to protect yourself and your family from the virus.

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Tackling Diabetes in SC through Public Health: Five Questions with Dr. Linda Bell

Diabetes affects thousands of people in South Carolina. The rising number of diabetes cases has led to serious health problems and a burden on the state's health care system. Addressing this epidemic requires teamwork and collaboration across various organizations and agencies.

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What to do if you have low back pain

Thousands of South Carolinians see doctors each year for lower back pain. It is important to know what kind of care to see when you experience this kind of pain and to know the questions to ask your doctor.

How To Clean Up Your Resume

One of the first steps to looking for employment opportunities is to get your resume updated. A BlueCross recruiter shares some of her top resume tips to get yours to the top of the pile.

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See the Pee Dee During the Winter

While summer may be the ideal time to hit the Pee Dee area, winter offers stunning views and mild temperatures to explore off the beaten path. Tucked into the northeast corner of South Carolina, the Pee Dee spreads along the Grand Strand on the coast to the Pee Dee River inland. Here's healthy activities to get outside in every county in the area.

6 Things To Know Before Allergy Season

People who suffer from seasonal allergies likely know the pain of sinus infections. These infections are often treated with antibiotics. Medical experts recommend waiting before getting an antibiotic.