Second Opinion is an award-winning, health education television series sponsored by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association on behalf of several Blue plans. In Kansas, the program airs on KTWU Topeka, KPTS Wichita and SHPTV Bunker Hill. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas has underwritten the series for the past several years.
In most cases, a headache is a trivial inconvenience that’s treated quickly with a dose of pain relievers. But when a headache comes on suddenly or with other symptoms, it … Continue reading {Video} Five signs a headache is not a headache
In this episode from Second Opinion, organ recipient Karen discusses the life-saving kidney transplant she needed after being diagnosed with a rare genetic kidney disorder. When that kidney wore out … Continue reading {Video} Organ donation runs in the family
Borderline personality disorder is usually characterized by impulsiveness and instability in mood and behavior. In fact, those with this disorder are at a higher risk of dying from suicide. Familiarize … Continue reading {Video} Five things that people with borderline personality disorder struggle with
If you or a loved one has a child with Tourette Syndrome, it’s important to share the diagnosis with others so that your child can be fully supported. You can … Continue reading {Video} Five recommendations for parents of a child with Tourette Syndrome
When you experience a new symptom, your first thought is probably to search the internet to see what it could be related to. You’ll no doubt end up skimming through … Continue reading {Video} Five ways to find credible health information on the internet
While often benign, teratomas, or ovarian cysts, can still cause female patients abdominal and pelvic pain, leading to the removal of the cyst. However, even after removal, teratomas can reappear. … Continue reading {Video} Five things to know about teratomas
You may have recently seen a new at-home colon cancer screening kit that was approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Who should use these kits and what does it … Continue reading {Video} What you need to know about at-home colon cancer screenings
Living with heart disease can be unpredictable and can leave you feeling worried about the future. Make peace with the past and move confidently forward with these five strategies for … Continue reading {Video} Five strategies for making a cardiac comeback
If you have rosacea, you probably already know what can trigger it. But have you ever considered if your morning cup of coffee is a factor? Find out if caffeine … Continue reading {Video} Myth or Medicine: Does caffeine trigger rosacea?
With opioid overdose rates increasing across the country, learn how to spot the early signs of opioid use disorder in friends and family.
Bacterial and viral infections often result in upper respiratory illnesses, but the symptoms and how you treat them are different. Dr. Roger M. Oskvig explains five different types of upper … Continue reading {Video} How to treat upper respiratory illnesses
If you’ve been battling the flu or a cold, you may have heard taking Echinacea can help alleviate your symptoms. What is this herbal remedy and does it really help? … Continue reading {Video} Can Echinacea relieve my cold symptoms?
