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Cholesterol
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Most heart and blood vessel disease is caused by a buildup of cholesterol, plaque and other fatty deposits in artery walls. The arteries that feed the heart can become so clogged that the blood flow is reduced, causing chest pain. If a blood clot forms and blocks the artery, a heart attack can occur. Similarly, if a blood clot blocks an artery leading to or in the brain, a stroke results.
Depression
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Do you feel sad, empty, and hopeless most of the day, nearly every day? Have you lost interest or pleasure in your hobbies or being with friends and family? Are you having trouble sleeping, eating, and functioning? If you have felt this way for at least 2 weeks, you may have depression, a serious but treatable mood disorder.
Diabetes
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Over 115 million Americans have prediabetes and 80% of them don’t know it. For some people with prediabetes, early treatment as well as moderate lifestyle changes can actually return blood glucose (blood sugar) levels to a normal range, effectively preventing or delaying type 2 diabetes.
Click here for tips for lowering your risk for diabetes.
Click here for tips for lowering your risk for diabetes.
Ergonomics
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If your work involves sitting at a desk, discomfort doesn't have to be part of the job. You may be able to avoid some of the health problems associated with seated work, such as neck and back pain and sore wrists and shoulders, by using proper office ergonomics. Chair height, equipment spacing and desk posture all make a difference.
Grief
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We experience grief any time we are separated from someone or something that is important to us. Grief over the death of a loved one is as natural a response as breathing. Though it is a natural process, it can sometimes leave us feeling quite overwhelmed by many feelings.
Heart Attack
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A heart attack occurs when the flow of blood to the heart is severely reduced or blocked. The blockage is usually due to a buildup of fat, cholesterol and other substances in the heart (coronary) arteries. The fatty, cholesterol-containing deposits are called plaques. The process of plaque buildup is called atherosclerosis.
High Blood Pressure
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Often called a "silent killer" because it usually has no symptoms, but it strains the heart and increases the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney damage. You can read more about definitions on the CDC High Blood Pressure Page.
Physical Activity
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Physical activity may seem hard if you’re overweight. You may get short of breath or tired quickly. Finding or affording the right clothes and equipment may be frustrating. Or, perhaps you may not feel comfortable working out in front of others.
Stroke
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A stroke, sometimes called a brain attack, occurs when something blocks blood supply to part of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts.
In either case, parts of the brain become damaged or die. A stroke can cause lasting brain damage, long-term disability, or even death.
In either case, parts of the brain become damaged or die. A stroke can cause lasting brain damage, long-term disability, or even death.
Weight Management
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Healthy eating, physical activity, optimal sleep, and stress reduction are important to achieving optimal health and managing weight as you age. Several other factors may also affect weight gain.
People who have obesity, compared to those with a healthy weight, are at increased risk for many serious diseases and health conditions.
People who have obesity, compared to those with a healthy weight, are at increased risk for many serious diseases and health conditions.