How to Keep Your Blood Pressure Under Control
High blood pressure is common and often undiagnosed. If you have or develop high blood pressure, your risk of having a heart attack or stroke rises. In fact, high blood pressure is the biggest risk factor for stroke and a leading cause of heart attacks. Discover what lifestyle changes you can make to bring down your levels or reduce your risk of developing high blood pressure.
Is It A Cold, Sinus Infection or Allergies?
Spring is on the horizon. Many Marylanders will begin experiencing the tell-tale signs of spring allergies: itching, sneezing and stuffy nose. But this collection of symptoms could also mean that you have a common cold or even a sinus infection. How can you tell the difference?
How Weekend Warriors Can Stay Well
Regular exercise can lower your risk for heart disease, but spotty exercise practices can lead to serious problems. Learn how being a “weekend warrior” can take a toll on your heart and how to exercise safely.
26 Key Medical Terms That Everyone Should Know
We’ve all been there: Your doctor is trying to explain something important to you, but all you hear is jargon and acronyms. Sometimes understanding just enough to ask the right questions can make all the difference. Learn these key medical terms and have more informed conversations with your doctor.
4 Practical Tips for Reducing Your Heart Disease Risk
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Maryland, but that doesn’t mean that heart problems are inevitable. There are many changes you can make to your day-to-day life that will decrease your risk. Find out how.
5 Reasons Why You Need a Primary Care Provider
While you can receive some of the same types of basic care from walk-in clinics or urgent care centers, primary care providers offer a unique value that can have a huge impact on your health. Find out some of the best reasons that you should consider getting (or keeping) a primary care provider.
16 Questions You Should Ask Your New Primary Care Provider
Finding the right primary doctor can be a challenge. It’s important to ask the right questions. Find out if a doctor is right for you with these 16 questions.
5 Ways to Avoid the ER This Winter
Winter presents potentially injury-causing hazards more than almost any other season. Studies have shown that winter months, especially during harsh weather years, coincide with a spike in emergency room visits. Learn some of the simple ways you can stay out of the ER this winter.
9 Easy Ways to Fit Exercise Into Your Life
Finding time to exercise can be challenging, but there are many ways that you can carve out time in your day for a little movement. Find out how.
Joints Hurt? Here’s How to Ease Joint Pain When Temps Drop
Doctors often hear more complaints about joint pain when temperatures drop. Whether you have arthritis, a joint condition, or just run-of-the-mill soreness, there are several ways you can reduce your pain when it’s cold outside.