Health
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina’s resource for what you need to make smart choices for a healthy life.
5 Pandemic Habits to Keep
In 2020, a BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina health coach shared tips for staying healthy during the early days of the pandemic. Here are five habits to keep for a healthy new year.
The Importance of Play
March 7, 2024: Children play a lot, but playing is important for all ages. It has many health benefits. We share some ways to add play into your life.
8 Ways To Focus on Nutrition in Your Diet
March 20, 2024: Eating a balanced, nutritious diet can be key to good health. Our health experts share some tips and insight to help you add healthy foods to your diet.
How To Weatherproof Your Health
In recent years, we have seen hotter seasons, stronger storms and other weather threats. Scientists expect this to affect human health. Here are some health challenges people may face as the climate changes and what people can do to stay healthy.
A Quick Start Guide to Running
Oct. 5, 2023: Running, even a little bit, can be good for your health. It is free and accessible to most people. In this guide, we share how to get started and ideas for warming up for your run.
9 Tips for Finding a Healthier Life with Diabetes
(Updated November 2023): Living with diabetes may be difficult, but BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina’s health coaches can help. There are many options to make your life easier, from finding the right foods for you to starting an exercise routine or finding a helpful resource.
How To Have a Healthy Gut
Nov. 30, 2023: The health of your gut can affect your overall health. A BlueCross expert answers questions about the importance of a healthy gut and how to have a good balance.
6 Tips For A Healthy Winter
Dec. 7, 2023: A lot changes during the colder months of the year. Your health does too. It is important to change some habits to stay healthy while it is cold outside. Here are six ways to stay healthy this winter.
5 Steps To Reach Your New Year’s Resolution
Jan. 4, 2024: Setting goals for a healthy year doesn't have to be stressful or overwhelming. Our health expert shares tips for making lifestyle changes and sticking to them.
5 Heart Health Myths
Feb. 8, 2024: A health expert examines common misconceptions around heart health. Having a healthy cardiovascular system is important for overall health.
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- Build Better Sleep for Improved Health
- What To Know About Eating Disorders
- 6 Healthy Heart Habits
- 7 Tips for Healthy Aging
- The Importance of Vaccines and the Flu Shot
- 9 Things Parents Can Do for a Healthy School Year
- What To Know About Social Media and Mental Health
COVID Update
The COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) ended May 11, 2023. The COVID-19 national emergency ended April 10, 2023. The standard terms of your health plan or policy now apply to any COVID-19 related services. Please review your schedule of benefits if you have any questions.