Diabetes is a serious medical condition, meaning that although it can be controlled, it lasts a lifetime. It is one of the most chronic diseases of childhood. Diabetes is also an important factor in accelerating the hardening and narrowing of the arteries (atherosclerosis), which causes strokes, coronary heart disease, and other large blood vessel diseases. […]
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Why I Chose an Insulin Pump to Help Manage My Diabetes
Why I Chose an Insulin Pump to Help Manage My Diabetes Article by Alissa Carter I was first diagnosed with diabetes at the age of 11, I am now 19 and have been on an insulin pump for six years. Whilst there many pros and cons to being on the insulin pump, but for me, […]
Ways to Manage Hypertension
www.cardiofy.com Ways to Manage Hypertension Hypertension is defined as a sustained increase in systolic blood pressure (SBP) of 140 mmHg or greater and/or diastolic blood pressure (DBP) of 90 mmHg (millimeter of mercury) or greater. Major complications of untreated hypertension include Myocardial Infarction, Stroke, Renal Failure, and Retinopathy. The following are the lifestyle modification necessary […]