Gina Lynem-Walker

Dr. Gina Lynem-Walker, MD, is a quality medical director for utilization management at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. She is an internal medicine physician with experience in utilization management, care management and disease management, and is a volunteer faculty member at Wayne State University Medical School. She is married with two children, and enjoys gardening, reading, crafts, music, community service and travel.
Health and Wellness

Caring for Your Eyes During the Summer Months

Summer means eyes are exposed to ultraviolet (UV) rays, smoke particles, bacteria and pathogens in water and more. These can damage and injure the eyes.

Prevention

Seven Ways to Keep Kidneys Healthy

Chronic kidney disease is a public health crisis that's serious but also preventable. Managing blood pressure and blood sugar are two of the seven ways recommended to keep the kidneys healthy.

Doctor demonstrating a model kidney
Health and Wellness

Seven Eye-Opening Ways to Save Your Vision

It’s easy to take good vision for granted – until it’s no longer there. Bad lifestyle habits can jeopardize good vision and negatively impact quality of life.

Prevention

Ways to Reduce Allergens at Home 

Most indoor allergen sources can be combatted by taking certain measures around the house.

Man suffering sinusitis sitting on couch at home having headache
Prevention

Make Your Skin Glow from the Inside Out 

How much water people drink, how much sleep they get and other lifestyle choices all factor into making skin glow from the inside out.

Woman at home having skin care routine
Prevention

Hidden Signs of a Thyroid Condition

Millions of Americans are living with some form of thyroid disease. Are you one of them?

A woman is at the doctor's office for a thyroid exam
Prevention

The Link Between Heart Attack and Stroke

Can you stop a heart attack before it starts? Here's how to reduce your risk of coronary artery disease, stroke and its related conditions.

Asian doctor is using a stethoscope to listen to the heartbeat of an elderly patient.
Prevention

The Difference Between Plain and Antibacterial Soap

Hand washing is the most effective way to reduce the spread of infection. Some use plain soap, while others consider antibacterial the best form of protection.

Cropped shot of a woman washing her hands at a sink with bar soap
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