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Hormonal shifts that occur during menopause can significantly impact your mood, sleep, and mental clarity. Learn how to manage these with expert care from Vijaya Nama, MD, in Mesquite, Texas.

High blood pressure is common but manageable. Family medicine doctors share their top seven tips for lowering blood pressure to protect heart and overall health.

Thanks to the simple Pap test, rates of cervical cancer in the United States have been cut by more than half in the last 50 years. Here are some Pap test guidelines that can help you stay on top of your health.

When you have asthma, the cold air of winter can make your condition harder to manage. Check out these seven tips for managing asthma symptoms through the cold weather months.

Every winter, millions of Americans miss work and school due to respiratory viruses, including the flu, COVID-19, RSV, and the common cold. Read more to learn how to avoid these illnesses.

Women in all phases of life may be at increased risk for depression than their male counterparts. Learn more about the biological factors that contribute to depression in women.

Obesity is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes but not everyone with obesity gets diabetes. Are you at risk? Learn the link between obesity and diabetes and what you can do to protect your health.

When you hear the word “diabetes,” you may think about type 2 diabetes, the most common form of the disease. But during pregnancy, you may be at risk for gestational diabetes. Here’s what you need to know.

Erectile dysfunction affects millions of men, with effects that take a toll on your emotional well-being and your overall quality of life—the good news is that simple lifestyle changes may help, including the five listed here.

Feeling fine? Most chronic conditions — like heart disease and diabetes — don’t cause symptoms early on. Read on to learn how annual physicals can help you stay one step ahead of disease.

When you’re told you have an abnormal Pap smear, cervical cancer may be the first thing that pops into your head. But that’s rarely the case. However, you may need additional testing to see what’s going on.

Osteoporosis is a condition that develops when your bones become weak and prone to fractures, and it’s much more prevalent in women. We discuss here why more women have this condition and how to help prevent it.

You’re sick — and you’re sick of trying to figure out what type of care you need. We’re here to take the guesswork out of your sick day and help you make the best decision for your health needs.

If you haven’t achieved measurable results by trying to lose weight on your own, you may benefit from a weight loss program that includes medical support. Find out how working with a physician can make a difference in getting the results you desire.

You know that high blood pressure is unhealthy, but what does it mean to have a hypertension diagnosis? We discuss what you need to know about this common health condition here.

Diabetes is a chronic condition that benefits from early management. However, early symptoms are often subtle, which can lead to delays in diagnosis. Take a moment to review six common symptoms of diabetes of which you should be aware.

Known as one of the leading silent killers, high blood pressure has few noticeable symptoms until the condition is harmfully advanced. Without regular testing, you’ll likely have no idea your level of risk.

With school beginning, and the pandemic fresh in our memories, it’s a good time to think about vaccines, and specifically about the flu vaccine. When should you get your flu shot? Does it really help? We’ve got answers!

Feeling anxious or nervous from time to time usually isn’t cause for concern. So, how do you know when it’s a problem? Here are a few things to watch for so you can get help managing your symptoms.

Losing just a few pounds can significantly lower your blood pressure. Learn how weight loss reduces strain on your heart, decreases harmful hormones, and helps your kidneys function more effectively.