Articles for Tag: "family history"

A lifesaving conversation you can have with your family 
A lifesaving conversation you can have with your family
Family gatherings are the perfect opportunity to gather this valuable information.
Do you really need an establish care visit? 
Do you really need an establish care visit?
This type of appointment may be needed if you relocated or experienced a change in your insurance plan.
You can’t outrun your genetics. Or can you? 
You can’t outrun your genetics. Or can you?
Can this help lower your risk of developing diabetes?
Navigating the unknown: How to uncover your family medical history 
Navigating the unknown: How to uncover your family medical history
Deceased family members, lost contact with loved ones and adoption can make it challenging to obtain this important information.
Have a family history of hypertension? Here’s what to do 
Have a family history of hypertension? Here’s what to do
While you can’t change your genetics, you can make these lifestyle modifications to lower your blood pressure.
A routine exam caught her breast cancer diagnosis early 
A routine exam caught her breast cancer diagnosis early
Family history and genetic testing led to 45-year-old Jennifer Knauer experiencing the other side of cancer care.
Are your vaccinations up to date? 
Are your vaccinations up to date?
It can be tricky keeping track of your vaccination records as an adult.