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Support is available. You can get no-cost help for substance use disorder through Blue Cross Complete or your local Community Mental Health Services Program (CMHSP) agency.
Daylight Savings Time means clocks move back on Sunday, November 1. You’ll gain an hour of daylight in the mornings, but it will get darker earlier.
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Almost all cases of cervical cancer develop from long-lasting HPV infections. Regular Pap test screenings and practicing safe sex can help lower your risk.
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While blankets, pillows and stuffed animals may look snuggly in your baby’s crib, they can be dangerous. Learn more about safe sleep here: ow.ly/x2et50ZRtcf
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If you are 19-64 and have Medicaid through Healthy Michigan Plan you may need to meet federal work requirements or qualify for an exemption to keep your coverage.
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If you have an STI while pregnant, including HIV, you can pass it to your baby. It can cause serious health consequences. Being pregnant won’t protect you from getting an STI. ow.ly/2xXM50ZRsrJ
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If you have diabetes, take your eye health seriously. Blood pressure changes from diabetes can have a serious impact on your eyes. Find an optometrist for a no-cost vision screening. ow.ly/NFiy50ZRs54
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The best time to get your annual flu shot is before flu season ramps up. Schedule your no-cost vaccine at your doctor’s office or local pharmacy. ow.ly/2cOx50ZRrE5
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Blue Cross Complete volunteers participated in the annual Six-Day Project neighborhood cleanup on October 2. Thanks to @LifeRemodeled for the opportunity to serve our community!
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Drinking water that has lead in it can cause lifelong health effects for developing children. Click to apply for a water filter through @MichiganHHS ow.ly/2R9950ZRqTF
October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Awareness Month. While it isn’t always possible to prevent SIDS, having safe sleep habits can help. ow.ly/WjgG50ZRqGl
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Your health assessment is a short screening about your health history and habits. Complete it annually to make sure you’re connected to the right care and resources.
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Don’t wait to screen for chronic kidney disease, especially if you’re at high risk. Take this quiz to learn your risk level, then talk to your doctor. ow.ly/wOUA50ZRqhq
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It can be hard to slow down and take care of your health, but preventive care visits are always worthwhile. Don’t skip important screenings
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If your asthma is poorly controlled, talk to your doctor. They can help you make adjustments or check that you’re using your medicines correctly. ow.ly/8jtU50ZKLm3
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Good health grows on trees – in the form of apples, anyway. Apples are a Michigan staple, and they pack a lot of health benefits.
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Lead screenings make sure your child is on track for a healthy development. Children should have two lead screenings before age two.
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