Engineering Good Health
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You can find helpful information about your benefits, wellness tips and reminders, and the latest wellness and health news from around the internet.
We hope this information will help you better understand and use your benefits and improve your health.
June 01, 2018
Heatstroke: First aid
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June 01, 2018
A Pill Will Protect You From Sun? No Way, FDA Says
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday issued warning letters to companies marketing supplements that they claim will counter the effects of the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.
May 16, 2018
Outdoor Exercise With Pollen Allergies (Nasal Allergies)
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If you’re an exerciser who loves the outdoors but suffers from allergies, WebMD has tips to help you through pollen season.
May 16, 2018
A Bit of Dark Chocolate Might Sweeten Your Vision
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The observed change in vision was small, but significant. However, the study authors stressed that it's too early for ophthalmologists to recommend chocolate as medicine for the eyes.
May 16, 2018
Seasonal allergies: Nip them in the bud
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May 01, 2018
Many Pick the Wrong Drugs for Sneezin' Season
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Only 63 percent of people who visit their community pharmacy to purchase treatment for their hay fever have a doctor diagnosis, said study senior author Sinthia Bosnic-Anticevich.
May 01, 2018
Allergy skin tests
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Itching, sneezing and swelling: Find out what's causing your allergy symptoms.
May 01, 2018
Get Ready for Spring Allergy Season
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If you or your child has allergies, it’s important to prepare for a rise in pollen, bees, and even trigger foods in the spring.
April 20, 2018
How to be happy: Tips for cultivating contentment
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April 20, 2018
When Anxiety or Depression Masks a Medical Problem
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How long might it take before the true cause of the symptoms is uncovered and proper treatment begun?
April 20, 2018
Pets Good Medicine for Those Battling Mental Ills
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Although furry companions won't replace medications or therapy for mental health concerns, they can provide significant benefits, according to British researchers.
March 30, 2018
How sharing kindness can make you healthier & happier
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March 30, 2018
How your next meal could help fight depression and stress
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March 30, 2018
Be kinder to yourself. Research shows it could make you healthier.
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Studies point to self-compassion as a key factor in reducing stress and adopting good habits.
March 06, 2018
'DASH' Diet May Also Help Lower Depression Risk
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Those who followed the so-called DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) were 11 percent less likely to develop depression than people who did not closely follow the diet.
FAQs
I gave my Empire BlueCross card to my dentist, and they told me that dental benefits were not covered. Why is my coverage being denied?
The Fund provides medical benefits coverage through Empire BlueCross BlueShield’s PPO medical plan. Your Dental Benefits are administered by Sele-Dent. For more information about your Dental Benefits, please see the Dental Benefits section of this site.