Understanding Hypertension
What You Need to Know (And How Direct Primary Care Can Help) Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is one of the most common chronic conditions affecting adults in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 1 in 2 U.S. adults has hypertension, yet only about 1 […]
Cholesterol Awareness Month: How Direct Primary Care Helps You Take Control of Your Health
September is Cholesterol Awareness Month, a great time to take charge of your heart health. High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and other serious health conditions. Understanding your cholesterol levels and taking steps to manage them early can make all the difference in preventing chronic diseases. Cholesterol levels are […]
Knowing Your Blood Pressure Numbers
The Power of Proactive Care It’s natural for our blood pressure to fluctuate throughout the day based on our activity level, stress, emotions, or even body temperature. However, prolonged high blood pressure levels, or hypertension, can lead to health issues, particularly for the heart. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), hypertension […]
Do You Have a Family History Of Diabetes?
Sound The Alarm About The Prevalence of Diabetes Type 2 American Diabetes Alert Day serves as a reminder to all of us about the importance of knowing our risk for developing diabetes. Prediabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. According […]
Top Health Concerns for Men
June is Men’s Health Month – a time to raise awareness of preventable medical issues and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men. Studies show that men are less likely to seek healthcare than women and often experience health difficulties that can go unnoticed or neglected. As such, men tend to have higher […]