Mental health
is equally important
Back to school health checklist
Mind and body:
If these symptoms persist for several weeks and have no known
medical cause, you should discuss them with your doctor. |
When you are stressed, anxious or upset, your body tries to tell you that something is not quite right. The following are physical symptoms that your emotional health may be off kilter:Mind and body: Your emotions can affect your health
Health
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Another good reason to visit the dentist |
Source: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research |
Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week is May 8 – 14. |
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Get screened for head and neck
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Get the right number
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Blood Pressure
• Normal Less than 120/80 • Pre-hypertension 120 to 139 / 80 to 89 |
• Stage 1 hypertension 140 to 159 / 90 to 99 • Stage 2 hypertension 160/100 and above |
Cholesterol • Total — Less than 200 • HDL — “Good” Cholesterol Greater than 40 |
• LDL — “Bad” Cholesterol Less than 100 |
Triglycerides |
Less than 150 |
Blood Glucose • Fasting Less than 100 |
• Random (after eating) Less than 140 |
Waist
Circumference • Women under 35 inches |
• Men under 40 inches |
Body Mass Index (BMI) |
18.5 - 24.9 |
look at yourself
Even if you’re feeling well, you should regularly see your health care provider to check for potential problems.
Click here for general guidelines for adults 18 years and older that can be personalized to one’s risk and health status.
Mind and body:
Your emotions can
affect your health
When you are stressed, anxious or upset, your body tries to tell you that something is not quite right. More
Annual physical exams are integral to overall health — despite the critics
The debate on yearly physicals rages on. Are they the benchmark of good health or an expensive drain on the health care system?
Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan, the chief medical officer of The Dimock Center, is clear on her opinion. “It is one of the more key visits,” she said. “It provides an opportunity to focus on the total patient.” More
Mental health is equally important
When most people think of summer, they conjure up visions of picnics, the beach or outdoor concerts.
But Dr. Nina Mitra, a licensed psychologist at The Dimock Center, has other thoughts in mind. “Summer’s a perfect time to do a mental health self-assessment,” she said. “There’s more sunlight, more daylight. If you’ve been thinking about recharging your batteries, now’s the time.” More
Back to school
health checklist
“Parents are great teachers,” said Dr. Jan Cook, medical director at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. “Help your children develop lifelong healthy habits by reinforcing a simple message: 5-2-1. Eat five or more servings of vegetables and fruit a day. Limit screen time to two hours a day. Get one hour of physical activity every day.” More