Why You Should Have a Primary Care Provider
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A complete understanding of your health care will help you decide whether to have certain tests, treatments or procedures. BlueCross' Always Stay Knowledgeable program seeks to raise awareness about the importance of conversations between patients and providers.
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Cooler temperatures bring increases in the common cold and flu cases. Even though COVID-19 is still impacting the health care system, there are plenty of things you can do to help prevent illness and stay healthy this year. One of BlueCross' doctors answers common questions to make sure you are prepared this fall and winter.
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This month South Carolina students get back into classrooms after the pandemic disrupted nearly one and a half school years. BlueCross' Dr. Laura Valleni answers questions parents may have as their children return to classrooms.
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