Feb 1, 2018
February is American Heart Month, a time to show yourself some love by learning about your risks for heart disease and stroke and staying “heart healthy” for yourself and your loved ones. Cardiovascular disease (CVD)—including heart disease, stroke, and...
Jan 31, 2018
It’s not too late to protect yourself, your family, your friends, your coworkers, and the people we support from the effects of the flu. The CDC recently released an official Health Advisory to alert doctors of increased influenza A(H3N2) activity. A colder...
Jan 27, 2018
Food choices play an important role in preventing hypertension Most people know that consuming less sodium helps lower blood pressure, but the important role of potassium is often overlooked. Potassium relaxes the blood vessels so that blood flows through them more...
Jan 18, 2018
Do you have a primary health care provider? If you don’t, you may be short changing yourself! See what a difference a primary care provider (PCP) can make for you: An established relationship with your PCP can mean better care in the long run. Your PCP can get to know...
