Category: Health Tips & Health Literacy

Matters of the heart

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell, discusses heart health in her most recent article for The Nevada Independent.  In her Matters of the Heart article she reviews risk factors, mitigation steps and health practices to help keep your heart as healthy as possible.  Dont miss this insightful article Matters of the Heart.

read the full Nevada Independent article here

Article Snippet:

With American Heart Month coming up soon, it’s important to shine a light on cardiovascular health and heart disease, which according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is the leading cause of death for men, women and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the U.S.

One person dies every 34 seconds in the U.S. from cardiovascular disease. Additionally, heart disease can affect anyone at any age and can lead to a heart attack or stroke. But what are some of the causes and symptoms of heart disease?

Causes, risk factors

The heart is a powerful, complex organ. There are several factors that enable it to beat and function every day. When heart disease develops, there is something hindering the proper flow of blood to the heart thus preventing the heart from pumping normally.

Continued @ Nevada Independent.

Your Sleep and Your Health

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell’s, health series Beyond Clinical Walls, reviews how your sleep and your health are related.

Dr. BCW reviews the impact that sleep can have on your health.  A good nights sleep on a regular basis is a critical piece to a healthy.  Lack of sleep can contribute to many critical health impacts for both physical and mental health.  Things like heart disease and depression have been shown in studies to have greater impacts on those who fail to get a good night’s rest.  For more information check on the most recent Beyond Clinical Walls video.

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Colon Cancer Is Hitting Younger

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell’s, health series Beyond Clinical Walls, reviews recent information that shows colon cancer is hitting younger adults than in years past.

There has been a number of recent examples of younger adults getting diagnosed with colon cancer.  Now the data is showing that more and more colon cancer is hitting younger adults more frequently than in the past.  If you are black you are at an even greater risk since black men and women are more likely to die from colon cancer than our counter parts.  Please take the time to get your colon cancer screening and check out this video for more information.

Remember, to subscribe to Beyond Clinical Walls.  It really helps the channel and it helps Dr. BCW continue to provide helpful informations on health topics, health literacy and health inequity .  Thank you so much for your support – Dr. Curry-Winchell

Stomach Bug on the Rise

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell’s, health series Beyond Clinical Walls, warns about a recent increase in the Stomach Bug caused by Norovirus and Shigella.

There has been an increase of stomach sickness due to Norovirus and a bacteria known as Shigella.  These can cause serious sickness that may require medical intervention.  Make sure to check out this video to learn more on the stomach bug.

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Sickle Cell Isn’t a Black Disease

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell’s, health series Beyond Clinical Walls, explains why sickle cell isn’t a black disease.

Often sickle cell is seen as a black disease, however that is a misconception.  The truth is that it is not a black disease, it is based off the geographic heritage and can be found among many ethnicities.  To get some more information check out this video.

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What is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell’s, health series Beyond Clinical Walls, reviews Seasonal Affective Disorder also known as SAD.

The Winter Blue is a common term for the mild depression people feel during the cold season.  The clinical term is Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD.  While normally not a serious issue the impacts of SAD can vary from person to persona and in some situations can be a serious condition.  Check out this video for more information.

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Heart Attack Symptoms for Women

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell’s, health series Beyond Clinical Walls, reviews the heart attack symptoms for women in honor of heart health month.

Often heart health and heart disease are viewed as male problems.  However, heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States as well.  People are usually familiar with the symptoms of a male heart attack, like chest pain and arm numbness but women often have different symptoms completely.  Its important to understand the symptoms that women face to help insure you can identify a heart event and can seek immediate help.  It could save your life.  Do not miss this critical video on heart disease.

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Signs of Dementia

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell’s, health series Beyond Clinical Walls, reviews the warning signs of Dementia.

Dementia can be an awful disease that can impact anyone at any age.  It can rob someone of their personality, their relationships and their joy in life.  It is important to understand the warning signs of dementia to help initiate care as quickly as possible in the unfortunate event that you are impacted by Dementia.  Do not miss this critical video and the important information it shares.

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Extend Your Life

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell’s, health series Beyond Clinical Walls, reviews a recent study that could extend your life.

A recent study by Harvard TH Chan shows 5 healthy life style habits that could extend your life by more than 10 years!  Your health is your most prized possession and it is critical to take the time to focus on your health to insure the best quality of life you can.  Check out this great video to learn more about these life extending habits.

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Please Learn CPR

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Dr. BCW, Dr. Curry-Winchell’s, health series Beyond Clinical Walls, takes time to ask everyone to “Please Learn CPR.”

CPR is a critical medical maneuver that almost anyone can learn and successfully execute to save lives.  Please take a minute to watch this video that expresses the importance of learning CPR to help save the lives.

Remember, to subscribe to Beyond Clinical Walls.  It really helps the channel and it helps Dr. BCW continue to provide helpful informations on health topics, health literacy and health inequity .  Thank you so much for your support – Dr. Curry-Winchell