PEP - Patient Education Podcast

Hypoglycemia is a condition in which the blood sugar level is lower than the standard range, and requires immediate treatment and long-term treatment to identify and treat the cause. Eat balanced meals and keep a snack on hand to prevent hypoglycemia. Ask your doctor for a higher A1C level, medical alert bracelet, fast-acting carbohydrate, emergency glucagon kit, and regular monitoring of blood gl...

High blood pressure (HBP) is a symptomless "silent killer" that can lead to serious health problems. To reduce high blood pressure, lifestyle changes can be made such as eating healthy, exercising, quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, getting a good night's sleep, reducing stress, and monitoring blood pressure at home. These changes can help reduce the risk of heart disease, st...

Hypoglycemia is a condition in which the blood sugar level is lower than the standard range, and requires immediate treatment and long-term treatment to identify and treat the cause. Eat balanced meals and keep a snack on hand to prevent hypoglycemia. Ask your doctor for a higher A1C level, medical alert bracelet, fast-acting carbohydrate, emergency glucagon kit, and regular monitoring of blood gl...

High blood pressure (HBP) is a symptomless "silent killer" that can lead to serious health problems. To reduce high blood pressure, lifestyle changes can be made such as eating healthy, exercising, quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, getting a good night's sleep, reducing stress, and monitoring blood pressure at home. These changes can help reduce the risk of heart disease, st...

The DASH diet is a flexible and balanced eating plan that helps create a heart-healthy eating style for life. It includes foods that are rich in potassium, calcium and magnesium, and limits foods that are high in sodium, saturated fat and added sugars. Studies have shown that the DASH diet can lower blood pressure and LDL cholesterol levels in as little as two weeks. The diet is rich in vegetables...

The DASH diet is a flexible and balanced eating plan that helps create a heart-healthy eating style for life. It includes foods that are rich in potassium, calcium and magnesium, and limits foods that are high in sodium, saturated fat and added sugars. Studies have shown that the DASH diet can lower blood pressure and LDL cholesterol levels in as little as two weeks. The diet is rich in vegetables...

Is it merely a casual inconvenience or a harbinger of health issues? Experts dissect the causes, consequences, and remedies of snoring, offering eye-opening insights. From lifestyle tweaks to medical interventions, explore how addressing snoring can unlock better sleep and holistic wellness. Don't miss out on unraveling the mysteries of this prevalent yet underestimated phenomenon. Tune in for...

Just like a healthy skin is a reflection of what we eat, our feet too are a reflection of how we treat our bodies.  Listen to your body and alert your doctor if you notice any new signs or symptoms. If you have diabetes, proper foot care is a must. Learn more from your doctor about how to keep your feet healthy when you have diabetes and take proper care to protect your feet from infection and inj...

Sodium is an important mineral that performs many essential functions in Human body. Though it’s vital to health, dietary sodium is sometimes limited under certain circumstances.  This podcast explains why a low-sodium diet is necessary for some people. Tune into this English episode of low-sodium diet, importance of losing weight through high-fiber diet and exercise to know more about it from exp...

Cilnidipine is a novel, effective, and safe CCB that inhibits L-type and N-type calcium channels, regulating cardiac function. It is recommended for combination therapy in diabetic hypertensive patients to reduce cardiovascular and renal risks. ARBs, like telmisartan and losartan, are effective in reducing cardiovascular risk factors and renal complications. Cilnidipine's reno-protective and c...

Cilnidipine is a novel, effective, and safe CCB that inhibits L-type and N-type calcium channels, regulating cardiac function. It is recommended for combination therapy in diabetic hypertensive patients to reduce cardiovascular and renal risks. ARBs, like telmisartan and losartan, are effective in reducing cardiovascular risk factors and renal complications. Cilnidipine's reno-protective and c...

Cilnidipine is a novel, effective, and safe CCB that inhibits L-type and N-type calcium channels, regulating cardiac function. It is recommended for combination therapy in diabetic hypertensive patients to reduce cardiovascular and renal risks. ARBs, like telmisartan and losartan, are effective in reducing cardiovascular risk factors and renal complications. Cilnidipine's reno-protective and c...

High blood pressure (HBP) is a symptomless "silent killer" that can lead to serious health problems. To reduce high blood pressure, lifestyle changes can be made such as eating healthy, exercising, quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, getting a good night's sleep, reducing stress, and monitoring blood pressure at home. These changes can help reduce the risk of heart disease, st...

Heartburn is discomfort or actual pain caused by digestive acid moving into the tube that carries swallowed food to your stomach (esophagus). It can be accompanied by a burning sensation in the chest, a sour taste in your mouth, and a small amount of stomach contents rising into the back of your throat (regurgitation). Heart attack signs and symptoms vary greatly from person to person, such as pre...

High blood pressure (HBP) is a symptomless "silent killer" that can lead to serious health problems. To reduce high blood pressure, lifestyle changes can be made such as eating healthy, exercising, quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, getting a good night's sleep, reducing stress, and monitoring blood pressure at home. These changes can help reduce the risk of heart disease, st...

Heartburn is discomfort or actual pain caused by digestive acid moving into the tube that carries swallowed food to your stomach (esophagus). It can be accompanied by a burning sensation in the chest, a sour taste in your mouth, and a small amount of stomach contents rising into the back of your throat (regurgitation). Heart attack signs and symptoms vary greatly from person to person, such as pre...

Hypoglycemia is a condition in which the blood sugar level is lower than the standard range, and requires immediate treatment and long-term treatment to identify and treat the cause. Eat balanced meals and keep a snack on hand to prevent hypoglycemia. Ask your doctor for a higher A1C level, medical alert bracelet, fast-acting carbohydrate, emergency glucagon kit, and regular

Just like a healthy skin is a reflection of what we eat, our feet too are a reflection of how we treat our bodies.  Listen to your body and alert your doctor if you notice any new signs or symptoms. If you have diabetes, proper foot care is a must. Learn more from your doctor about how to keep your feet healthy when you have diabetes and take proper care to protect your feet from infection and inj...

Hypertension is a serious medical condition that can increase the risk of heart, brain, kidney and other diseases. It is a major cause of premature death worldwide, and by living a healthy lifestyle, patients can help keep their blood pressure in a healthy range and lower the risk for heart disease and stroke. Keep yourself at a healthy weight, be physically active, do not smoke, limit alcohol, ge...

High blood pressure (HBP) is a symptomless "silent killer" that can lead to serious health problems. To reduce high blood pressure, lifestyle changes can be made such as eating healthy, exercising, quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, getting a good night's sleep, reducing stress, and monitoring blood pressure at home. These changes can help reduce the risk of heart disease, st...

Heartburn is discomfort or actual pain caused by digestive acid moving into the tube that carries swallowed food to your stomach (esophagus). It can be accompanied by a burning sensation in the chest, a sour taste in your mouth, and a small amount of stomach contents rising into the back of your throat (regurgitation). Heart attack signs and symptoms vary greatly from person to person, such as pre...

Home monitoring is not a substitute for regular visits to a physician, and it is important to take readings at the same time each day. Take multiple readings daily and record the results using a tracker. Consult a medical professional if you get a high BP reading.

Heartburn is discomfort or actual pain caused by digestive acid moving into the tube that carries swallowed food to your stomach (esophagus). It can be accompanied by a burning sensation in the chest, a sour taste in your mouth, and a small amount of stomach contents rising into the back of your throat (regurgitation). Heart attack signs and symptoms vary greatly from person to person, such as pre...

The DASH diet is a flexible and balanced eating plan that helps create a heart-healthy eating style for life. It includes foods that are rich in potassium, calcium and magnesium, and limits foods that are high in sodium, saturated fat and added sugars. Studies have shown that the DASH diet can lower blood pressure and LDL cholesterol levels in as little as two weeks. The diet is rich in vegetables...

Diabetic kidney disease is a type of kidney disease caused by diabetes, which can lead to other health problems. To keep your kidneys healthy, you can manage your blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels. You can keep your blood sugar levels in your target range, get an A1C test at least twice a year, check your blood pressure regularly, stay in your target cholesterol range, eat foods...