The importance of men’s health
For men's health awareness month, we brought in primary care physician Brandon Williamson, MD, with the Texas A&M College of Medicine's Family Medicine Residency Program to speak about some big ticket men's health topics.
You asked: How much sodium is too much?
New blood pressure guidelines will increase hypertension diagnoses
Protecting women from heart disease
Detecting a different kind of jaw pain
Protecting women from heart disease
Is your dentist finding more than just cavities?
A quick glance in the mouth and your dentist can spot a plethora of bad habits, like opening bobby pins with your teeth or chewing ice. But did you know they can also see more serious health issues that may be lurking elsewhere in the body?
The doctor will see you now: Why men should take an active role in health care
Gender stereotypes about men and the idea of masculinity can range from stubbornness to the ever-popular tough-guy attitude. Any one of these mindsets could be used to explain why men often don’t go to the doctor to address worrisome symptoms as frequently as women do.
Eating to your heart’s content: How the Mediterranean Diet can improve your heart health
The Mediterranean Diet is gaining traction for the plethora of health benefits it provides, including heart-health. Studies have shown that adhering the Mediterranean habits reduces the risk of cardiovascular events and strokes.