Everyday Health & Wellness
Make Heart Health Part of Your Self-Care Routine
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Devoting a little time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting the health of your heart. Simple self-care, such as taking a moment to de-stress, giving yourself time to move more, preparing healthier meals, and not cheating on sleep can all benefit your heart. And that’s a good thing,…
Heart Health and the African American Community
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February is American Heart Month! Did you know that people who have close relationships at home, work, or in their community tend to be healthier and live longer? One reason, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), is that we’re more successful at meeting our health goals when we work on them…
Reduce Stress for a Healthier Heart
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Whether it’s from everyday deadlines, financial struggles, or illness, stress shows up often in life. And your body reacts to it: your heart rate increases, your blood vessels narrow—and over time, these little blows can add up and do damage to your health, particularly your heart. With chronic stress, you’re more likely to have high…
Primary Care Doctors who are Moms
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Our “Mom Docs” are Accepting New Patients. Choosing a primary care doctor for yourself or your family is an important first step in managing your and your family’s healthcare. Your primary care physician is your medical home base. Your primary care doctor is who you visit for most of your medical needs, including routine screenings…
Celebrate American Heart Month: Join the #OurHearts Movement
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February is American Heart Month! Did you know that people who have close relationships at home, work, or in their community tend to be healthier and live longer? One reason, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), is that we’re more successful at meeting our health goals when we work on them…
Healthy New Year’s Eve
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Thanksgiving is over and many of us may have eaten too much pie and stuffing. Instead of giving up on our health goals, try making simple swaps to keep you feeling your best for the rest of the year. You’ll be ahead of the game once the New Year starts! By Carmelita Lombera, Clinical Nutritionist,…
