Chronic Conditions

Summer Is Here: Get out the Sunscreen!

May 31, 2021

Mountain Pacific

Updated May 12, 2023 Memorial Day is a day to honor those in the military who died while serving their country. Many people observe the holiday by spending time with family and friends, watching a parade or visiting a cemetery. For many, the holiday also marks the unofficial start of summer. Along with the sunny weather […]

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Blood Pressure 101: Understanding High Blood Pressure

May 19, 2020

Mountain Pacific

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called a silent killer, because you can have high blood pressure and not know it. Deaths related to high blood pressure continue to rise in the United States, and worldwide, high blood pressure affects nearly one in every three adults. For High Blood Pressure Education Month this month, […]

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Alcohol Awareness Month: Battling Alcoholism during COVID-19

April 22, 2020

Mountain Pacific

For some of us, uncertainty, isolation and fear are the toughest part of dealing with the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). The disease has caused waves of panic, as people rush to stores to stock up on supplies, clearing shelves and bringing about nationwide shortages of disinfecting wipes, toilet paper and other household essentials. It’s not surprising a […]

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