Dr. Bell explains that the diagnostic threshold for hypertension has changed to 120/80, and both the systolic (top number) and diastolic (bottom number) readings are crucial.
RADIO: Jeannette Jordan-Gibson Radio Show with Dr. Bell
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Come On Man, You Still Smoking
Several days ago, I discovered one of my patients has continued to smoke in spite of information from me regarding the pitfalls. He came to the office after smoking several cigarettes which caused an elevated blood pressure and required a return visit the next...
Hepatitis C – Baby Boomers, Get Checked
Baby boomers have been encouraged, during the past several months, to get screened for hepatitis C. What is interesting and not clear to me is the reason this age group of people has not been targeted. It is also unusual that not one of my patients has requested a...
Erectile Dysfunction (ED), an Early Predictor of Prediabetes
It has been suggested that the first encounter African Americans have with a primary care physician is for early childhood immunizations, childhood diseases, or a sports physical. A subsequent relationship with a physician is usually absent unless there is an injury...
Getting Personal Is Worthwhile
Recent medical research suggests a sudden, unexpected loss of a lifelong partner can cause the surviving partner to experience an abnormal condition of the heart known as arterial fibrillation, which is a very dangerous cardiac beat that can lead to a heart attack or...
Talking To Millennials About STDs
STDs continue to be a major issue that affects young and older people. It's also an issue with which you may have a difficult time discussing with your sexual partner(s). Below are a few recommendations, from recent articles, regarding STDs: Obtain a diagnosis and get...
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