Managing Cholesterol: Take Control of Your Health
As part of an annual wellness check, it is common for your provider to order a set of blood tests to check your overall health. As part of these tests, your cholesterol levels will be checked to make sure they are not too high or too low. But what is cholesterol, and...
Understanding Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease that affects more than 37 million adults in the United States. This disease causes too much sugar to flow through your blood, called high blood sugar, and can cause several health issues like heart disease, nerve damage and kidney...
The Importance of Yearly Eye Exams
Did you know that your health can affect your vision? People with chronic health issues, like diabetes and high blood pressure, are at higher risk of losing part or all of their vision. Fortunately, there are many ways to help keep your vision healthy, such as getting...
Heart Disease: Know Your Risk
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. According to the CDC, someone dies from heart disease every 36 seconds. While heart attacks and heart failure are the most talked-about cardiovascular issues, heart disease refers to a large group of...
