Now that your doctor has told you that you have heart disease, diabetes, or high blood pressure, or the complications that may come with these conditions, what do you do about it? Even though your doctor may have given you medicine to help, what can you do now to make sure that your live a longer and healthier life? Perhaps your doctor said:
- "Mr. Jones, your recent EKG, which is a test of your heart's function, shows that you need medicine, exercise, and a healthy diet."
- "Mrs. Smith, we ran some tests while you were in the hospital, and the tests show that you have diabetes."
- "Mr. Johnson, I'm glad your co-workers brought you in here today because you have a very high blood pressure reading, and you will need to make some changes in your lifestyle."
The Richmond Area High Blood Pressure Center is staffed with practitioners, nurses, and volunteers who care about what happens to you after you leave the doctor's office. We want to make sure that you understand what the doctor has told you about your condition and teach you how to take care of yourself. We offer weekly classes in:
- Cardiovascular Risk
- Cholesterol Management
- Diabetes Management
- Stress Management
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- Nutrition
- Exercise
- Help with Quitting Smoking
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If you qualify for our services, please schedule an appointment so that we may help you to not only "Lower Your Pressure," but to also raise the quality of life that you have chosen to give yourself!
Linda Kibler, RN
Nurse Educator |
