by Horizon Family Medical Group | Feb 16, 2016 | 2016 February
Did you know that the average American worker uses more than 10 sick days each year? According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), washing your hands can reduce respiratory illness by more than 16%, and gastrointestinal illness by 31%. Imagine...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Feb 16, 2016 | 2016 February
The blood pressure check has become a staple of the annual physical exam, and for many of your other doctor visits as well. That’s because it’s so important. Elevated blood pressure, or hypertension, can be a sign that your heart is working too hard. Reducing high...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Feb 16, 2016 | 2016 February
If you have high cholesterol, you’re not alone. According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 73 million adults in the United States have high cholesterol. That’s almost a third of adults in this country. What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Nov 29, 2015 | 2016 January, Diabetes
Controlling blood sugar levels is paramount in managing your diabetes. Knowing what causes your blood sugar levels to rise or fall helps you make decisions about the kinds of food you eat and the activities in which you engage throughout the day. Eating too much and...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Nov 29, 2015 | 2016 January, Diabetes
Did you know that people with diabetes are 40% more likely to develop glaucoma, and 60% more likely to develop cataracts? The good news is, patients who receive regular eye exams can often catch potential issues while they’re minor and start treatment before the...
