Has this ever happened to you?

• Occasionally, I have pain in my lower back. After about a week, it starts getting better. Is this normal, or should I be concerned?
• OK, I’m going to lose some weight in the next year. How do I determine the appropriate amount of calories to eat?
  
• I work all day and I don’t have much time to cook dinner, so we end up eating fast-food a lot. Where can I find quick, easy and healthy recipes?
  
• I’m working towards lowering my cholesterol levels. Is there a way I can chart my progress? Can I e-mail this chart to my doctor?
  
• My knuckles are red and itchy and have dry, silvery scales on them. My friend said she thinks it’s psoriasis, but I’m not sure. Where can I find more info about psoriasis?

Finding the answers
Blue Access is a comprehensive health resource where you can find the answers to these questions and much more.

Log on to Blue Access for Members at www.bcbstx.com. Click on the Personal Health Manager logo on the bottom right side of the screen.

You’ll find all kinds of health information. The Health Encyclopedia gives you access to a wealth of health knowledge. Search by term or by topic.
Under the News Archive, you can find the latest information from leading health publications. Just enter a keyword, category, or topic.

Tools to help with fitness and nutrition planning can be found in the For your Health box at the top of the screen.

By clicking the Menu tab on the top left of the screen, you’ll find other useful tools: charts to help you track your health numbers, a medical diary to schedule appointments and reminders.

Take the Blue Access challenge by setting aside a few minutes each day to explore your Personal Health Manager for new features. You’ll be amazed at the information available to you day or night. Blue Access will soon be your number one source for finding answers to your health questions.