Remember when you were a kid and you didn’t want to go bed? As an adult, you most likely want to go to bed but probably have other commitments that make it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. Sleep is a fundamental need of the human body and getting a good night’s sleep is crucial for optimal functionality and quality of life. The quality and amount of sleep you get effects virtually every aspect of your life – from your social engagements to your work performance. Getting a good night’s ... [Read More]
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Causes of High Blood Pressure
Nearly half of all Americans have high blood pressure or hypertension. Blood pressure measures the amount of force put on blood vessels as blood flows through the body. High blood pressure means that the body is working too hard to pump blood. This is dangerous because it can lead to elastic arteries, muscular arteries, heart attack or heart failure. High blood pressure can also lead to other health conditions such as stroke, vision loss, and kidney disease. There are many causes of high ... [Read More]
The Importance of an Annual Physical
Except for the occasional cold or minor injury, you’ve never been sick a day in your life. Nor do you have any allergies or chronic conditions. So why bother visiting a doctor every year for a routine physical exam? Regardless of your age or your medical history, annual physical exams with your primary care provider are essential to your continued health and well-being. For one thing, it’s one of the best ways to identify and treat any new health issues before they can get worse. In ... [Read More]
Is Internal Medicine Different from Primary Care?
A primary care health provider or PCP is the doctor who cares for your total health on a regular basis. Primary care physicians provide wellness visits, care for illness, and help manage chronic conditions. They also act as the “point person” for all of your medical care when you require treatment from a specialist for a specific condition, to make certain that everything is going right for you. A doctor of internal medicine, or an internist, often serves as a primary care doctor. Internists ... [Read More]
Guarding Against the Flu
Flu season, much like winter, can come at you pretty hard. On top of bundling up and preparing for the cold, now you have to watch out for the spread of germs that run rampant around the same time of year. Millions are affected by influenza, or the flu, each year. Some may be hospitalized for their symptoms and a few of those people might even die from effects of the flu. That’s why knowing how to avoid the flu and protect yourself is so important. The feeling of a running nose, fever, cough, ... [Read More]
