Let's face it— interacting with your doctor can be stressful. The pace is fast and the system can be intimidating. Clear and open communication and a concerted effort to understand the health care system works in your favor, says Kathy Prybylski, RN, one of the co-facilitators of CentraState's Take [...]
Receiving a chronic condition diagnosis, such as heart disease, depression, arthritis or cancer, can raise a host of emotions and questions, including how will I manage this? While you may have been feeling the physical symptoms for some time, the emotional impact of a chronic condition diagnosis can incite [...]
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a chronic medical condition that affects tens of millions of adults in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). What are the risk factors for hypertension? Family history Advanced age Lack of exercise Poor diet Excess [...]
