When was the last time you had your blood pressure checked? All adults should have this simple test at least once a year. If a blood pressure reading at your doctor’s office is elevated — that is, higher than a healthy range — current guidelines from the US Preventive Services Task Force recommend repeating the […]

adolescent: Someone in that transitional stage of physical and psychological development that begins at the onset of puberty, typically between the ages of 11 and 13, and ends with adulthood. artery: (in biology) Part of the body’s circulation system. There are several. Each is a major tube running between the heart and blood vessels that will move […]

Baptist Health System and the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center are partnering up for a blood drive challenge. The “Baptist Healthcare Heroes Blood Drive Challenge” will begin Aug. 23 and will span across the six hospitals within the Baptist Health System. If you do not work for Baptist, that is okay. You are still […]

Blood clots are a double-edged sword. When the gel-like clumps spur on in response to bleeding, they can prove useful.  However, not all clots are to be welcomed. Blood clots that develop in your veins, also known as deep vein thrombosis, can prove dangerous. The gel-like clumps residing in your veins can break loose and […]

The DASH diet is the healthiest way to eat, according to the American Heart Association. Dietitian Danielle Smith gave Insider five of her favorite breakfast recipes for the DASH diet. These recipes are low in salt and full of whole foods to reduce blood pressure. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your […]