The CDC reports that as of 2012, half of all adults – or 117 million Americans – have at least one chronic health condition. These conditions – which include heart disease, stroke, diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and cancer – can all be largely prevented using a seemingly simple prescription: don’t use tobacco, maintain […]
The cost of hunger: How food insecurity affects health
When most people think of the causes and risk factors for chronic disease one important risk factor is often overlooked: hunger. Recently, Feeding America – a network of food banks across the United States – performed an extensive study on hunger across the country. Results from the study show that many families right here in […]
Local health care providers improve Dane County’s health with more than office visits and prescription pads
Caring for the Community Getting and staying healthy takes a lot of work. For some area residents, it’s more than just planning healthy meals and fitting in the recommended daily exercise. Unemployment, lack of transportation, lack of financial stability and more can make it nearly impossible for some to access the health care they need […]
Know Your Risk: Heart Risk Calculator
By Dean & St. Mary’s Cardiac Center February 20, 2015 While some risk factors can’t be changed – things like your age, gender and race – there are risk factors you can control. Risk factors for heart attack include: Smoking Having a high LDL (“bad” cholesterol) & a low HDL (“good” […]
Timing Critical in Early Heart Attack Care
By Dean & St. Mary’s Cardiac Center February 20, 2015 When it comes to treating a heart attack, the earlier treatment starts, the better. The longer you wait for medical treatment, the more your heart muscle is damaged. Sponsored By: Also see: Know Your Risk and the Heart Risk Calculator online at […]