High cholesterol is considered a significant but controllable risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of…
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What is the meaning of Family Medicine? As the name suggests, a family physician can take care of your entire…
If you’ve ever gotten back bloodwork showing high cholesterol, you may feel confused about what that means and what to…
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with high blood pressure, also known as hypertension
If you think vaccines are just for kids, think again. Vaccinations aren’t just for preventing childhood diseases; they play a…
High blood pressure is a highly common health problem that affects over 122 million adults in the U.S. alone. However,…
Medical school students experience something exciting on Residency Match Day, which takes place on Friday, March 15th. On this important…
Your body needs cholesterol, but too much “bad” cholesterol can lead to heart disease. One of the most effective modifications…
A hypertensive emergency is a form of hypertensive crisis characterized by severely elevated blood pressure along with acute damage to…
Cholesterol screening guidelines provide a more personalized approach to determining who needs testing and when. They better identify individuals requiring…