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Why Is Controlling Cholesterol Important?
March 15, 2021What Is Cholesterol? There are two types of cholesterol. The good kind is called HDL, and the bad kind is called LDL. Your body uses this waxy substance to build cells, make hormones, and digest fatty foods. However, but your liver makes enough of the right kind to suffice. The harmful kind clogs the arteries … Continue reading “Why Is Controlling Cholesterol Important?”
1975 Views Learn moreWhy You Should Control Your Blood Pressure: PCP For Life
December 29, 2020Hypertension, which is high blood pressure, is a condition that causes your heart to work extra to pump blood all over your body. Controlling your blood pressure is essential as many patients do not show symptoms even when they have high blood pressure. Today, we will look at specific reasons why it is essential to … Continue reading “Why You Should Control Your Blood Pressure: PCP For Life”
2666 Views Learn moreWhat You Need To Know About An Annual Wellness Visit: PCP For Life
November 30, 2020Every year, thousands of Medicare patients do not take advantage of an annual wellness visit. Most do not go through with it because they are not aware of what it really is. Today, we will look at what an annual wellness visit is so that you can understand why you may need it and how … Continue reading “What You Need To Know About An Annual Wellness Visit: PCP For Life”
2486 Views Learn moreWhat Is A Well-Women Exam And Why Do I Need One?: PCP For Life
October 15, 2020If you want to know what a well-women exam is, you are not alone! Many women often need the exam; however, they do not get one because they are not aware of it. Let’s take a look at what a well-women exam is and how it can benefit you or a loved one! What Happens … Continue reading “What Is A Well-Women Exam And Why Do I Need One?: PCP For Life”
5420 Views Learn moreWhat Does It Mean To Be Healthy?: PCP For Life, Primary Care Physician
September 15, 2020Have you ever wondered, “what does it really mean to be healthy?” or have someone do something that you felt was not healthy, but their opinion was otherwise? Physicians see this everyday, wherein a patient may feel they are healthy, but they may not be, or vice-versa. That is because being healthy is not a … Continue reading “What Does It Mean To Be Healthy?: PCP For Life, Primary Care Physician”
3935 Views Learn morePreventative Care for the New Year
January 30, 2020Health resolutions are common New Year’s goals. For many of us, these resolutions are used to reduce disease symptoms and find healthier habits. We believe that the new year is also a great time to focus on disease prevention, which will stop unpleasant symptoms before they start. Read on to learn how your doctors can … Continue reading “Preventative Care for the New Year”
3696 Views Learn moreDealing With Anxiety During a Blood Test
December 15, 2019Are you nervous about needles? While there is nothing to worry about during a blood test, we understand that this process can be scary for a lot of people. If you struggle with needle anxiety, you might even be tempted to cancel your blood test altogether. Don’t let your fears stop you from getting important … Continue reading “Dealing With Anxiety During a Blood Test”
6132 Views Learn moreVitamins That Women Require for Healthy Living
September 30, 2019To ensure healthy living, the body produces some nutrients and vitamins by itself. However, there are other vitamins the body needs that it can’t produce. Vitamins are essential for growth, development, and cell function, and as a woman, you need to incorporate the following into your diet: Iron Iron increases red blood cell count in … Continue reading “Vitamins That Women Require for Healthy Living”
1228 Views Learn more5 Easy Ways to Lower Your Cholesterol
July 26, 2019Cholesterol is a wax-like substance produced in the liver and transported through the blood via lipoproteins. It builds cell membrane structures, produces hormones like estrogen and testosterone, and aids metabolism. When in excess, however, cholesterol increases the risk of stroke or a heart attack. Here are some tips to help lower bad cholesterol levels in … Continue reading “5 Easy Ways to Lower Your Cholesterol”
2691 Views Learn moreHow to Keep Spring Allergies Under Control
April 23, 2019Spring season is in full effect, meaning the allergy season that precedes spring has been around for a couple of months now. During this period, more people suffer from colds, sneezing, a runny nose, watery eyes and a host of other allergic reactions. Read on to find out more about Spring allergies and how to … Continue reading “How to Keep Spring Allergies Under Control”
2713 Views Learn moreTips to Help You Protect Your Heart and Your Kidney
April 17, 2019If you are suffering from kidney disease, then you are at a higher risk of heart and blood vessel diseases. Likewise, any problem with the heart and blood vessels is likely to affect the kidneys. As a result, it is important to protect your heart, as well as your kidneys. Here are some tips to … Continue reading “Tips to Help You Protect Your Heart and Your Kidney”
5481 Views Learn moreDo’s and Don’ts While Trying to Lose Weight
March 21, 2019Nearly 40% of adults in the United States aged 20 years and above are struggling with obesity. If left unchecked, obesity may increase the risk of critical health conditions like heart disease, stroke, cancer, Type II diabetes, and many more. If you are looking to lose some weight, here are some do’s and don’ts: Things … Continue reading “Do’s and Don’ts While Trying to Lose Weight”
2678 Views Learn moreThe Best Healthcare in Houston TX Offers Personalized Care
February 14, 2019Sometimes when you don’t feel well, it’s hard to pinpoint what ails you. You have a headache and sore throat. Does that mean you have the flu? You’re also feeling sick to your stomach. Is it just a cold, or something more? You have a lot of questions when it comes to your health. When … Continue reading “The Best Healthcare in Houston TX Offers Personalized Care”
3582 Views Learn moreHouston Comprehensive Family Care: Schedule Now for Summer Physicals
February 14, 2018Believe it or not, summer is right around the corner. The next few months will fly by faster than you can imagine, then it will be time for enrolling the kids in summer programs, and time for you to think about all the things you’d like to accomplish during those sweet summer months. With that … Continue reading “Houston Comprehensive Family Care: Schedule Now for Summer Physicals”
484 Views Learn more4 Tips for Finding Premium Health Care in Houston, TX
January 26, 2018Houston is a beautiful city, full of wonderful, health conscious people. Are you one of the millions who value premium health care? Houston, TX, is a great place to find excellent health care providers for all your medical needs. PCP for Life offers you a few tips on how to access the best of those … Continue reading “4 Tips for Finding Premium Health Care in Houston, TX”
1320 Views Learn moreWhy Payment Plans Can Improve Your Health for 2018
December 23, 2017It may sound a bit odd to say a payment plan can improve your health for 2018, however, the truth is such a plan can make a big difference in many areas. When you have work that needs to be done or issues that need to be addressed, and you don’t have the cash on … Continue reading “Why Payment Plans Can Improve Your Health for 2018”
236 Views Learn more4 Reasons to See a Hypertension Specialist in Houston
October 11, 2017Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is often referred to as the “silent killer.” An estimated 85 million Americans have elevated blood pressure, putting them at risk of serious health issues. If you have been diagnosed with hypertension, you should be seeking treatment to lower your blood pressure. Here are four reasons to see a hypertension … Continue reading “4 Reasons to See a Hypertension Specialist in Houston”
1725 Views Learn moreExpert Medical Treatment: Just What the Doctor Ordered
October 2, 2017Expert medical treatment is hard to come by these days. With mountain loads of paperwork and increasingly busy schedules, some doctors seem like they don’t have time to really care for their patients. However, there are a lot of wonderful primary care providers out there if you know how to look for them. Here’s a … Continue reading “Expert Medical Treatment: Just What the Doctor Ordered”
1673 Views Learn morePayment Plans Can Help Make Healthcare Affordable
June 22, 2017Are you concerned about visiting a doctor because of the cost? Even with insurance, health care costs can be daunting, but choosing a provider that offers a payment plan can make a huge difference. Options for Payment Plans At PCP for Life, we never want you to be discouraged from getting your health care needs … Continue reading “Payment Plans Can Help Make Healthcare Affordable”
3571 Views Learn morePayment Plans Make Medical Care Affordable Again
May 26, 2017Payment plans are one of the most needed options for most families to make medical care affordable again. You’ll be relieved to know that PCP for Life offers reasonable payment plans for our patients. Your health care is important to us.We never want you to go without the help you need, especially due to cost. … Continue reading “Payment Plans Make Medical Care Affordable Again”
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