Have you been checking your blood pressure at home? Perhaps it was checked at your recent doctor visit. It can be concerning to find it elevated, because we know that elevated blood pressure increases your risk for cardiovascular events, heart disease, heart failure, strokes, and dementia. What is high blood pressure? How does it happen? How can we prevent it? What can we do about it? Keep reading so we can walk-through the answers to these questions. […]
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Author: Kathryn M. Coombes, M.D.
October 9, 2023
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and a good time to check with your primary care physician to see if you are a candidate for screening. Perhaps you are wondering, “How do I know if I am a candidate?” There are many societies that help physicians determine when our patients are ready for screening. Factors […]
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August 11, 2022
Weight Loss
Weight loss journeys look different to everyone- perhaps it’s a total overhaul on lifestyle, or small changes that help you reach your goal. I wanted to take this time to open the conversation about weight loss, and healthy lifestyle changes. Many people find themselves initially motivated, but then lose steam with family gatherings, vacation, celebrations, […]
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