"Blood pressure" refers to the force of blood pushing against blood vessel walls. "High blood pressure," also known as "hypertension," refers to when this force is stronger than it ought to be. The heart pumps faster than it should, which can lead to hardening of the arteries, stroke, heart disease, heart failure, and headaches. Learn … [Read more...]
Hypertension or High Blood Pressure
Flu
With flu season rapidly approaching, it's important to be informed on what you can do to avoid getting it and what to do if you think you have it. What is influenza? Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness which can be easily spread from person to person through contact with respiratory droplets. Flu is more common in the … [Read more...]