March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Colorectal cancer is a disease in which cells in the colon or rectum grow out of control. Sometimes it is called colon cancer, for short. The colon is the large intestine or large bowel. The rectum is the passageway that connects the colon to the anus. Sometimes abnormal growths, called polyps, form in the colon [...]
Managing your Blood Pressure
Continuing our series for heart health month, this week we are going to focus on the importance of monitoring and if needed, treating your blood pressure. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition that affects the body's arteries. If you have high blood pressure, the force of the blood pushing against [...]
An Overview of Veterans and PTSD
An Overview of Veterans and PTSD Veterans may have experienced severe trauma or a life-threatening event during a time of war or in a non-combat situation. As a result, they may develop symptoms of posttraumatic stress, more commonly known as PTSD. During the event you felt as if your life or the lives of others [...]
February is Black History Month
Every February, the U.S. honors the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans who have helped shape the nation. Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, triumphs and adversities that are an indelible part of our country's history. Let’s take a look at the contributions of Dr. Charles Drew to medicine as we celebrate Black [...]
February is American Heart Health Month
Every year more than 870,000 Americans die each year from heart disease. The number one cause of deaths for most groups, heart disease affects all ages, genders, and ethnicities. Risk factors include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, and excessive alcohol use. Do you know how to keep your heart healthy? You can take [...]