RADIO: Jeannette Jordan-Gibson Radio Show with Dr. Bell

Quick Summary of the Radio Show:

• Dr. Thaddeus John Bell, a medical doctor and CEO of Closing the Gap in Healthcare, discusses the importance of addressing hypertension (high blood pressure) in the community.

• He emphasizes that hypertension is a prevalent issue, even among young people, and stresses the need for regular blood pressure monitoring using an arm cuff device.

• 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.

• He warns of the serious complications that can arise from uncontrolled hypertension, including heart attacks, strokes, renal failure, and vascular dementia.

• Dr. Bell highlights that hypertension can develop at a young age, and ignoring the diagnosis can lead to severe health consequences, even if the person feels fine.

• The discussion touches on the importance of personal responsibility, family history, and the challenges of convincing patients to manage their health effectively.

• Dr. Bell and Jeannette Jordan-Gibson discuss the value of empathy and truth in health education, as well as the upcoming “Be Good to Yourself Gospel Health Festival” where these topics will be further explored.

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