Controlling diabetes can be difficult, especially when you travel frequently. That’s why Summit Healthcare offers a range of diabetes education and management services to help you stay on top of your health and well-being. If you need advice on managing your diabetes while on the move, this guide is for you. Here are five strategies you can implement today. […]
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Pacemakers are small electronic devices implanted in the chest or abdomen to help regulate abnormal heart rhythms. They ensure that the heart beats at a steady and controlled rate. If you have a pacemaker, keep in mind that it will need adjustment or replacement after a period of time. This blog explains some signs that your pacemaker
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It’s essential to keep a watchful eye on our memory as we age. Making sure to stay on top of our abilities determines what quality of life we will have in our later years. The thought of cognitive impairment can be frightening. The good news is that cognitive changes are a normal part of aging,
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Before COVID-19, more than 25 percent of American adults admitted binge drinking, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health. During the first week after we became aware of the significance of this virus, statistics indicated that alcohol consumption increased by 54% compared to consumption the same week of the previous year. By
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The events of the past two years have left a lot of people feeling devoid of the joys of life. The holiday season of 2021 brought momentary glimpses of cheer for some, but was followed by another surge of a different strain of the novel coronavirus. If you’re feeling as though happiness seems to be
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Studies regarding alcohol use have revealed that, in general, consumption has increased among all adults of all age groups during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to one older study, though, we can see that alcohol use in the United States increased over 100% from 2001 to 2013. More recent surveys are indicating that use has trended
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Last year’s flu statistics were amazingly low, which was fortunate considering that many medical professionals and experts feared a “twindemic.” What may have led to the shift in numbers were the steps that were taken to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Last year was the first in history in which we spent our
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Diverticulitis is a relatively common condition that affects approximately 58% of adults over the age of 60. It is a complication of diverticulosis, the condition of weakening in certain areas of the inner wall of the colon. This weakness allows the colon to bulge and for small pouches to form. Diverticulosis often occurs without symptoms.
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In the past year and a half, we’ve become unavoidably aware of the importance of a strong, healthy immune system. The body’s immune system is our best line of defense against infection and illness, so it is essential that we take care of it. Fortunately, the best ways to do this involve simple daily steps.
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May is mental health awareness month While outdoors enjoying activities in the sun, take care to remain safe. According to www.healthyaging.net, there are four major components to healthy aging. Physical Fitness: Do 30 minutes of aerobic and weight bearing exercise daily. Remaining physically active can lead to increased blood-flow and oxygen to the mind and
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