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According to the American Heart Association, nearly 20 percent of adult Americans are living with hypertension (high blood pressure) and don’t know it. Uncontrolled high blood pressure is a major risk factor for devastating health problems. Check out this month’s In Good Health flyer for eight key questions and answers regarding hypertension. For more information, […]
In light of the mass, unexpected closures due to COVID-19, many people have been laid off from their jobs and may lose health insurance on May 1. This makes paying for doctor visits and buying necessary items for daily use, such as specialty maintenance prescription drugs, a concern. Here’s some good news: if you can’t […]
Within the last week, testing centers such as LabCorp and Quest have started offering an antibody test for COVID-19. Many PSA clients have reached out with questions about this new test versus the official COVID-19 test, and who should receive which test. As a result, I wanted to address these two separate tests, and give […]
As countries around the world are working to find a vaccine and cure for COVID-19, many of us are resorting to prevention, and you may be wondering how you can boost your immune system to lessen your chances of contracting the COVID-19 virus. In my first installment of this blog series, I discussed the importance […]
With the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are asking the question, “How can I boost my immune system to lessen my chances of contracting the COVID-19 virus?” On the whole, your immune system does a remarkable job of defending you against illness. But sometimes, it fails — a germ or virus breaks through […]
As prescription drug prices continue to rise, people are looking for ways to save on their medications. Manufacturer copay cards can help offset some of the costs of expensive brand drugs. Check out this month’s In Good Health flyer for everything you need to know about manufacturer copay cards. For more information, click on the […]
Unsung Heroes on the Frontlines – Our Medical Professionals While many of us are safe, secluded in our homes, health care professionals do not have that luxury. As a matter of fact, their working situation is more dire than ever! Many medical practitioners on the frontlines are feeling immense stress and pressure brought about by the […]
Feeling Overwhelmed? Feeling scared? COVID-19 and Anxiety Do conversations about COVID-19 have you overwhelmed? Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and can affect many of us. Developing the right coping skills can help not only you, but the people you care about and work with. Here is some advice that may help: […]
One of the most sensitive components in the body is the digestive system. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, between 60 and 70 million people are affected by digestive diseases. Learn about the 5 most common gastrointestinal diseases in this month’s In Good Health. For more information, click on the buttons […]