Daylight Savings Time means clocks move back on Sunday, November 1. You’ll gain an hour of daylight in the mornings, but it will get darker earlier.

Almost all cases of cervical cancer develop from long-lasting HPV infections. Regular Pap test screenings and practicing safe sex can help lower your risk.

While blankets, pillows and stuffed animals may look snuggly in your baby’s crib, they can be dangerous. Learn more about safe sleep here: ow.ly/x2et50ZRtcf

If you are 19-64 and have Medicaid through Healthy Michigan Plan you may need to meet federal work requirements or qualify for an exemption to keep your coverage.

If you have an STI while pregnant, including HIV, you can pass it to your baby. It can cause serious health consequences. Being pregnant won’t protect you from getting an STI. ow.ly/2xXM50ZRsrJ

If you have diabetes, take your eye health seriously. Blood pressure changes from diabetes can have a serious impact on your eyes. Find an optometrist for a no-cost vision screening. ow.ly/NFiy50ZRs54

The best time to get your annual flu shot is before flu season ramps up. Schedule your no-cost vaccine at your doctor’s office or local pharmacy. ow.ly/2cOx50ZRrE5

Blue Cross Complete volunteers participated in the annual Six-Day Project neighborhood cleanup on October 2. Thanks to @LifeRemodeled for the opportunity to serve our community!

Drinking water that has lead in it can cause lifelong health effects for developing children. Click to apply for a water filter through @MichiganHHS ow.ly/2R9950ZRqTF

October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Awareness Month. While it isn’t always possible to prevent SIDS, having safe sleep habits can help. ow.ly/WjgG50ZRqGl

Your health assessment is a short screening about your health history and habits. Complete it annually to make sure you’re connected to the right care and resources.

Don’t wait to screen for chronic kidney disease, especially if you’re at high risk. Take this quiz to learn your risk level, then talk to your doctor. ow.ly/wOUA50ZRqhq

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It can be hard to slow down and take care of your health, but preventive care visits are always worthwhile. Don’t skip important screenings

With practice and a little preparation, you can make the most of your doctor visits.

If your asthma is poorly controlled, talk to your doctor. They can help you make adjustments or check that you’re using your medicines correctly. ow.ly/8jtU50ZKLm3

Good health grows on trees – in the form of apples, anyway. Apples are a Michigan staple, and they pack a lot of health benefits.

Lead screenings make sure your child is on track for a healthy development. Children should have two lead screenings before age two.

Today is the first day of fall! How are you looking forward to celebrating the season?

Being born too small can cause a child to have lifelong health complications. Quitting smoking lowers your chances of having a baby with low birth weight.

A high blood pressure diagnosis can be scary, but there are some risk factors you can control. Healthy behaviors can lower your risk: -Eat a balanced diet -Limit alcohol -Stay active -Manage stress -Maintain a healthy weight -Quit smoking -Take your medications