During a checkup, your doctor takes a close look at the “numbers” that offer a picture of your health. Find out why they’re important, and talk with your doctor about what your numbers are.
Body mass index (BMI)
GOAL
18.5 to 24.9
More than half of the LGBTQ community* has experienced some form of healthcare discrimination, including being refused needed care and being blamed for their healthcare status.
Many people don’t understand what heart failure is because the name makes it seem like the heart has stopped—or is about to stop—working. However, heart failure actually means that the heart isn’t pumping enough blood to meet the body’s needs.
Osteoporosis is a disease that weakens bones to the point where they break easily—most often, bones in the hip, backbone (spine), and wrist. It’s called a “silent disease” because you may not notice any changes until a bone breaks.
Are you ready? Whether you have health insurance for the first time or you’ve been covered for decades, it’s smart to take a few steps now to make using your plan easier when you need it.
It’s important to know the different parts of your labels on your prescription bottles and what they mean, especially if you take multiple medications. All of this information will help you take your medications correctly and safely.
With each passing year, we gain more memories and more wisdom. (We hope!) But as we grow older, our bodies change too, including our eyes and vision. This process is natural, but it’s important to stay aware of age-related vision changes to keep our sight and health on track.
BCBSRI is teaming up with the American Heart Association to promote their “Go Red For Women” initiative, which empowers women to take charge of their heart health.