by Horizon Family Medical Group | May 17, 2024 | Volume 9, Issue 5
In the race to manage blood sugar levels effectively, recent research has unveiled a surprising contender: the 60-second walk. Studies have revealed that taking a short stroll for as little as two minutes following each meal can wield a remarkable influence on blood...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Feb 27, 2023 | Volume 8, Issue 2
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a serious medical condition that can lead to numerous health complications. Unfortunately, many people are unaware they have high blood pressure until they suddenly experience a medical emergency. Hypertension...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Feb 27, 2023 | Volume 8, Issue 2
Cholesterol is a type of fat found in the blood. It’s not all bad. In fact, your body needs some kinds of cholesterol. The problem, though, with having high levels of cholesterol in the blood is the potential increased risk of heart disease and stroke. Understanding...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Feb 21, 2022 | Volume 7, Issue 2
As blood circulates through your body, it pushes against the walls of your arteries. When the pressure of this pushing rises and maintains a high pressure, it’s called hypertension. Uncontrolled hypertension puts you at a higher risk for heart disease and stroke. The...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Aug 3, 2020 | Volume 5, Issue 4
If you’ve watched the news in the last four months, you know most of it is dominated by news about COVID-19. From death rates to case numbers to long-term side effects, there is no shortage of news about how deadly the virus can be. But what about other causes of...
