By taking action with your doctor, they can properly diagnosis health issues, and help develop an action plan for your life.
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Researchers say people's blood pressure control has not improved over recent years, and those high numbers could lead to a higher risk of a stroke. A study led by the University of Michigan Health finds those years of high systolic blood pressure—that's the top number on the blood pressure reading—significantly increase an adult's risk of having the two most common types of stroke. In fact, for every 10 points higher, the risk of ischemic stroke goes up 20% and the risk of brain hemorrhage increases by 30 percent. The physician who led the study says it's essential to get ahead of this condition.
Do you want to run in a 5k race this year? Or look to drop the 10, 20, or even 30 pounds your doctor suggest you lose? Or even get to the point where you can maybe get off some blood pressure medicine?
Doctors say loneliness can be a precursor for depression, so getting the chance to socialize with others can help improve a person's mood. It can also be beneficial to their cognition and physical health. He says it's okay to be sedentary once in a while, but if it's happening consistently it can have negative effects. For example, it can impact your blood pressure, cholesterol, and sugar levels.
Lima Memorial Health System making sure that people know about the resources they offer during a Health and Wellness Fair. The event was held in their newly constructed Welcome Center. Guests were able to learn more about their wide range of services the health system has to offer, like mental and women’s health. Plus, people could get their blood pressure checked and get entered into a raffle. Hospital officials say the fair just continue their mission of serving this community.
If you’ve noticed that you seem to feel more calm and happier around your four-legged friend, you’re not alone. A recent study found that peop…
For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, wellness checks are once again available to the public at the Bradfield Community Center. Mercy Health Saint Rita's and the Ohio Northern Healthwise Medical Bus is assisting in checking cholesterol, glucose, hemoglobin, A1C, and blood pressure testing.
A local citizen is looking to help those affected by the tornadoes that took place on December 10th and 11th.
If you think your blood pressure's stable, you may want to check twice.