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After a Hospital/ER Visit Continue Your Care

BCBSIL Connect Team — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 18:09:58 GMT

Were you just in the hospital or ER? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure what to do next? Watch this short video and let us help you take the next step toward wellness.

Learn more about Behavioral Health.

Did You Know Taking Certain Medications Can Raise Your Risk of Diabetes?

BCBSIL Connect Team — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:53:51 GMT

Diabetes is a serious health issue and early detection is vital. If you’re taking medicine for bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder, talk to your health care provider. If you are at risk, you may need a simple test to check your blood glucose levels.

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Preventive Care Services

BCBSIL Connect Team — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 16:14:06 GMT

Maternity Services and Screenings

BCBSIL Connect Team — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 16:21:06 GMT

Diabetes Risks Increase with Certain Prescription Drugs for Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder

BCBSIL Connect Team — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 17:25:23 GMT

Many factors can raise a person’s risk for diabetes. Family history, age, weight diet and lack of physical activity are the most common. Some prescription medicines used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder can boost the risk, too.

It may be because they can contribute to weight gain and affect insulin sensitivity.

If you take medication to treat these conditions, watch this short video for helpful information. Learn more about Behavioral Health.

Have questions? Reach out to us at BHQualityImprovement@bcbsil.com.

Sources: Diabetes Risk Factors, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2022; Association Between Antipsychotic Medication Use and Diabetes, National Institutes of Health, National Library of Medicine, 2019

Don’t Let Your Mental Health Care End When You Leave the Hospital

BCBSIL Connect Team — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 20:31:55 GMT

If you’ve been recently discharged from an ER or inpatient hospital for a mental health or substance use concern, continue your journey to wellness with additional care. Professional treatment including therapy and medication management can help improve your health and relationships. Watch this short video to learn how to find help.

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Reach Out for Help with Drug or Alcohol Problems

BCBSIL Connect Team — Tue, 21 Jun 2022 16:03:00 GMT

Struggling with drugs? Struggling with alcohol? If you or a family member aren’t sure what to do to get help, watching this short video will provide helpful information on treatment and support.

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Continue Your Care After a Hospital/ER Visit

BCBSIL Connect Team — Tue, 21 Jun 2022 15:59:11 GMT

Were you just in the hospital or ER? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure what to do next? Watch this short video and let us help you take the next step toward wellness.

Learn more about Behavioral Health.

Talk to Your Doctor About Your Mental Health Meds

BCBSIL Connect Team — Tue, 21 Jun 2022 15:53:41 GMT

Medication instructions can be hard to follow, or you may have questions about your medications. Watch this short video on how to talk with your provider about your questions and some ways that you can work with your provider to better understand your medications.

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Adult Wellness Guidelines: Making Preventive Care a Priority

BCBSIL Connect Team — Thu, 11 Jan 2018 16:01:23 GMT

Start the New Year in good health by seeking preventive care. Preventive care is very important for everyone in your family. And the good news is you can receive most preventive care at no additional cost to you.

Remember to ask Your Doctor about getting regular screenings-- they are an important part of preventive care. Ask your doctor for individualized screening recommendations.

Additional Wellness Guides are available in English and Spanish for preventive care, immunizations and screenings for adults, children and pregnant women.

Updated 1/8/2024

Emergency Preparedness

BCBSIL Connect Team — Wed, 16 Sep 2015 11:22:30 GMT

You're not alone! The reality is that it's very difficult to be totally prepared for an emergency, but there are steps you can take to have a plan of action in case an emergency were to happen. Download this Ready.gov infographic to prepare for emergencies ahead of time to minimize impact in the event of the unexpected.

Updated August 26, 2020