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Help to Manage Social Anxiety

The isolation of social distancing may have caused or enhanced feelings of social anxiety. Learn how to identify it and help manage your symptoms.

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Wellness and Prevention

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05/09/2022
How To Manage Your Asthma: The Action Plan You May Need
Do you or your child feel like your chest is too tight? Are wheezing and a cough keeping you up at night? Those may be signs your asthma is not under control.
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03/31/2022
Doing for Others Does You Good
Extra time on your hands? Do some good with it! Share your skills and passions with others through volunteer work. You’ll not only help them; you’ll help yourself, too.
8 tips prevent back pain
03/09/2022
8 Tips to Prevent Back Pain
Can’t bend over to tie your shoes? Icing your back so you can sit at your desk? If you have lower back pain, you have company.

Aging

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04/01/2022
Stay Social – It May Help You Live Longer
Being around others is good for your mental health, which makes it good for you!
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03/10/2022
On a Blood Pressure Med? Take Your Time Standing Up.
Some medicines may cause dizziness, which can lead to falling. Here’s what you should know.
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03/10/2022
Go to the Doctor Every Year – Even If You Feel Fine!
The best way to stay healthy and active in the future is to take care of yourself now.

Medicine Cabinet

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03/29/2022
A Doctor’s Guide to Choosing Allergy Medicine Wisely
By Wayne Rawlins, MD, MBA
Allergies can pop up throughout the year. You may be tempted to grab the closest antihistamine medicine to fend off your itchy eyes, sneezing, or a runny nose. Before you do, make sure the medicine won’t do more harm than good.
Cold and flu aisle blog
09/02/2020
Dazed and Sniffling in the Cold-and-Flu Aisle: Tips for Buying OTC Medicines
You’re under the weather and on your way to the pharmacy’s cold-and-flu aisle. The colorful packages all promise relief. How do you know which to choose?
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01/30/2020
Headed to the Pharmacy? Ask Questions!
By Jamie Reuter, PharmD, MBA, BCPS
You go to pick up your medicine, and the clerk asks, “Do you want to speak to a pharmacist?” Most people say no, but they shouldn’t!

Moving and Eating

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03/28/2022
Sitting All the Time? 10 Tips To Add Movement to Your Day
Have you heard the phrase: “Sitting is the new smoking?” It refers to research that points to the risks of sitting too much.
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03/26/2022
The Secret to a Better Workout? Fresh Air.
If you want to get the most out of your workouts, go green and exercise outdoors!
spring clean eating blog
03/21/2022
Spring Clean Your Eating Habits
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist from AdvantageCare Physicians, Kate Harris, shares with us her five spring cleaning rules for healthy eating.

Health Insurance

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03/08/2022
What It Means: Preauthorization
Sometimes a prescription, service or treatment that your doctor recommends will need “preauthorization” or “prior authorization.” Here's what that means.
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01/10/2022
New Year, New Benefits?
The start of a new year is a time for reflection, resolutions, and reviewing your health insurance.
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12/08/2021
You’re Young and Healthy. 5 Reasons You Still Need Health Insurance
You’re under 40, you don’t go to the doctor much, you wear a mask in public, and there are lots of urgent care centers if you get sick. You don’t really need health insurance – or do you?

For Businesses

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12/02/2020
How To Keep Employees Engaged During Virtual Open Enrollment
Like almost everything at work, open enrollment is going virtual. Here are some ideas for how to do that successfully.
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09/30/2019
5 Tips To Make Open Enrollment Easy
We hear the groans. Open enrollment is always around the corner, or so it may seem. We’ve got some tips in five easy-to-follow-steps.
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09/05/2019
Stand Up: Protect Your Employees From Sitting Disease
Are you doing everything you can to support your employees’ health?

Around Connecticut

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01/24/2022
Supporting Community Organizations Around Connecticut
ConnectiCare has always been dedicated to the health of the communities it serves. In honor of ConnectiCare’s 40th anniversary, that mission was more important than ever.
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10/06/2020
Safe Fall Activities for You and Your Family
Cooler days and nights don’t mean outdoor fun has to end. There are plenty of things you can do outside in Connecticut this fall.
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08/03/2020
Be Prepared: Storm Readiness For Hurricane Season
Strong winds and heavy rains are coming our way – are you prepared?

Living Well

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04/18/2022
Stress and Your Body
We all experience daily stressors – like sitting in traffic, paying bills, rushing to meet work deadlines – and although it’s a normal part of life, ignoring stress can have negative effects on the body, as well as the mind.
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03/04/2022
Trouble Sleeping? These Tricks Might Help.
Getting a good night’s sleep is more than satisfying. It plays a major role in our mental and physical health.
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08/02/2021
Back to College: Staying Healthy on Campus
Many young adults will soon be moving to college campuses. Whether it’s your first time away from home or you’re returning from break, we have some advice to help you keep health on your schedule.

Family & You

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10/12/2021
Curious About Teal Pumpkins? They’re for an Allergy-Free Halloween.
Halloween should make you think of kids, costumes, and candy — not a trip to the emergency room.
Holiday gift ideas
12/01/2020
Spreading Cheer From Afar: Holiday Gift Ideas
You may not have in-person gatherings for the holidays this year. But that doesn’t mean you don’t celebrate.
Hope for the holidays
11/16/2020
Hope for the Holidays: Tips for Safe, Smaller Celebrations
The pandemic is disrupting cherished holiday traditions and family get-togethers. Try to beat back any glumness with some ingenuity – and a plan.

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