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What You Should Know About the COVID-19 Vaccines
BCBSOK Connect Team
January 26, 2021
COVID-19 vaccines are here, and it’s vital to helping fight the spreading pandemic. The sooner we get a large part of the public immune to the virus, the sooner we can return to normal life with family and friends like school, work, holiday get...
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Keep Health Issues in Check with Virtual Visits
BCBSOK Connect Team
January 20, 2021
Does your health plan offer virtual visits with doctors in your health plan’s network? Now is a good time to check. It may be just what you need to stay on top of your health while avoiding the health risks of COVID-19. With concerns about kee...
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Where to Go for COVID-19 Testing and Vaccines
BCBSOK Connect Team
November 30, 2020
You know when you aren’t feeling well. Sore throat, achy, sick to your stomach. With the COVID-19 virus spreading quickly, this may be one time you don’t want to “just get through it.” Getting a COVID-19 diagnostic test could ...
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Tips for Safe Voting During COVID-19
BCBSOK Connect Team
October 20, 2020
It’s time to vote in the U.S. The lines at the polls are long, and that means the wait may be long, too. Because your risk of getting COVID-19 increases when you’re around a lot of people, you’ll need to make some plans to stay safe...
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Wanting to Skip the Holidays? Make New Traditions Instead
BCBSOK Connect Team
October 5, 2020
Nothing feels the same in 2020. Not work. Not school. Not vacations. And chances are, for most people the holidays will be different this year, too. And much like the weather, subject to change at any minute. Feel like everything right now is beyond...
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Get Creative to Celebrate Halloween Safely
BCBSOK Connect Team
October 1, 2020
Halloween may come with a nasty trick this year: No old-fashioned trick or treating. That’s because door-to-door trick-or-treating is a “high risk” activity for spreading the COVID-19 virus, says the Centers for Disease Control and ...
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See to Your Eye Health During COVID-19
BCBSOK Connect Team
September 23, 2020
You may have put off getting your eyes checked because of the pandemic, but a regular eye exam is important. Is it safe to get an eye exam during COVID-19? When COVID-19 first started spreading across the U.S., vision specialists and centers were...
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I’ve Had COVID-19, Now What?
BCBSOK Connect Team
September 15, 2020
Whether you’ve had a mild case of COVID-19 or were sick for a long time, you may wonder what’s next. Once you’re feeling better and trying to get back to your normal routine, you may still have health questions. Here are some ...
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Create Your Own COVID-19 Care Plan
BCBSOK Connect Team
August 4, 2020
Do your family or close friends know what they need to help you get the best care if you get sick? Many think of care plans as tools only for the elderly or for those with dementia. Think again. The global COVID-19 pandemic shows no stopping anytime...
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Seniors Can Find New Ways to Connect During COVID-19
BCBSOK Connect Team
August 4, 2020
Social distancing doesn’t have to mean social isolation. Loneliness can be bad for your health. And it’s especially hard on senior citizens now. Older adults may be feeling particularly isolated during the COVID-19 pandemic, says a Silve...
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Get Your Affairs in Order Before You Get Sick
BCBSOK Connect Team
July 23, 2020
No one wants to think about getting sick or dying. But a little planning can give you peace of mind. And it will make it easier on you and your loved ones if it does happen. COVID-19 can hit hard on people of any age, including people who are health...
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COVID-19: Safety Starts With You
BCBSOK Connect Team
July 1, 2020
Whether you’re heading back to the office or just heading out for dinner with friends, it’s normal to worry about exposure to the COVID-19 virus. As more people venture out, you’ll need to think about what you can do to stay safe. ...
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Dental Care During COVID-19: What You Need to Know
BCBSOK Connect Team
June 26, 2020
Many dental offices in the U.S. closed or cut back to only emergency care as the COVID-19 pandemic hit. They’ve used that time to put safety measures in place to resume regular visits. But as offices are re-opening, you may still wonder if it&...
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Self-Care is Essential for Essential Workers During COVID-19
BCBSOK Connect Team
June 17, 2020
If you’re an essential worker, it’s also essential to take good care of your health. So, while you’re keeping your company or community going, be extra careful to protect yourself. During the COVID-19 pandemic, that means guarding ...
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Chronic Conditions and COVID-19: Taking Care of You
BCBSOK Connect Team
June 17, 2020
Diabetes, asthma, heart disease, cancer. These and other chronic conditions need your attention every day, even during limited daily activities due to COVID-19. And these conditions may mean you’re at higher risk of getting very ill if you cat...
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