High blood pressure: the silent killer, are you at risk? High blood pressure is known as the silent killer because there are no symptoms. According to the American Heart Association, 1 in 3 adults has high blood pressure and nearly 1/3 doesn’t even know it! There are steps that you can take to keep high blood pressure at bay. First, risk factors that you can control include your weight. Know your BMI-Body Mass Index—if it’s…
Read More...Heart Disease and Women
Heart disease is the number one killer of woman in America today and it is largely preventable! The symptoms of a heart attack in women can often be different than in men. Women can experience back pain, neck and jaw pain, nausea, vomitting, fatigue and shortness of breath. It’s important to take charge of your health. Ladies, make sure you know what your numbers are! Do you know your cholesterol? The good, the bad and…
Read More...Freshman 15
Heading off to college is such an exciting time; for young adults, learning to live independently without mom or dad can be exciting, challenging and fun! It’s a time grow academically and socially, but it can also be stressful. It’s important to stay healthy. With all the demands, your health can suffer. It’s important to focus on your health and take charge. Eating right, exercising, getting enough sleep and keeping stress down are extremely important….
Read More...Childhood Obesity
Childhood obesity is increasing at an alarming rate and the most shocking part is that obesity can be preventable. Children have become sedentary; many sit hours a day watching tv, playing video games or computer games. Add unhealthy eating to the mix and it’s a recipe for disaster. As health professionals we’re concerned because if your child is obese there is a higher chance that your child may develop diabetes, high blood pressure and heart…
Read More...CFS
By Barbara Ficarra, RN, BSN, MPA Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a serious medical condition that can easily be overlooked because it mimics so many other disorders. According to the CDC–centers for disease control, at least one million Americans suffer with CFS, yet only 20% have been diagnosed. Chronic fatigue may be so profound and debilitating that it can affect work, school and family life. Chronic fatigue can be accompanied by other symptoms such as…
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