Category: Conditions & Treatments
Healthy Sleep Habits Mean a Happy Child
Sleep is important for a child’s growth and development. You can help your child grow up happy and healthy by following healthy sleep habits. But how much sleep does your child need and how do you set up a good bedtime routine?
Are Cholesterol-Lowering Statin Medications Right for You?
If you’ve been diagnosed with high cholesterol, your primary care provider may recommend you take statin medications. What are they and how do they work?
Exercising for a Healthy Heart When You Have Heart Disease
If you have heart disease, it is very important to get moving! Exercise can be fun – just pick an activity that you enjoy. Learn how to get off the couch and feel better safely.
VBAC: Am I Eligible for a Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Delivery?
Are you a mom who has given birth through a Cesarean section (C-section) and think you won’t be able to give birth vaginally? Well, here’s some good news.
Build an Action Plan for COPD Flare Ups
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms can come and go. When symptoms get worse, either suddenly or over a period of days, it’s called a COPD flare-up. If you experience COPD flare-ups, make an action plan to help shorten or reduce your symptoms.
Prioritizing Women’s Health
Women experiencing undesirable symptoms have a number of care options. Learn which ones require immediate attention in the ER versus those that can benefit from an urgent care setting.
Diabetes and Hypertension
Two out of three people with diabetes also have hypertension, known as high blood pressure. Find out how to lower your blood pressure and improve your overall health.
Top Tips for Optimal Women’s Health
We’ve all let things slide during the pandemic. That includes our regular medical appointments. It’s time to get yourself back on track.
Know the Warning Signs of a Blood Clot
Around 900,000 people in the U.S. will experience a blood clot this year. One in nine of those people will die. That’s why it’s so important to recognize the warning signs of a blood clot, especially if you are at high risk.
Men: Take Your Health Back!
It’s no secret over the last year or so, some of our healthy habits have been on the decline. As the weather warms up, it’s a perfect time to recommit to your wellness goals. UMMS can help you get back on track.