Tag Archive: stroke

stroke prevention

Stroke Identification, Risk Factors and Prevention

Strokes are the 5th leading cause of death and a major cause of disability in the U.S. The sooner a stroke is treated, the better the chances of recovery.

Sarah Sanchez, NDTR
cholesterol

Heart Health: Managing Your Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a substance important to the proper function of our bodies. However, too much can increase the risk of developing heart disease.

Sarah Sanchez, NDTR
close up of arm on a table or desk, attached to a digital home blood pressure device. Blood pressure shows 120 over 80, showing lower risk of stroke.

Heart Health: Blood Pressure

High blood pressure is a condition in which the pressure of blood on the walls of our arteries is too high. Learn how to reduce your risk.

Sarah Sanchez, NDTR

Caregiving Daughter Inspired To Become A Social Worker

Caregiver Story Spotlight | Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” 2008 Contest Winner Social worker, Liana G. warmed our hearts with her beautiful caregiving story of her journey through her mom’s stroke recovery. “It was the spring of 2004 when we heard the horrible news: “Your mother has suffered a major stroke as a complication of her… Continue reading Caregiving Daughter Inspired To Become A Social Worker

Gina Flores