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12 Feb

Why you should care about your heart health today.

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February is National Heart Month – the time we are reminded heart disease is the number one killer of both women and men. But when do we think about our own heart health? Do we wait until we hear the words, “You’ve had a heart attack.” Or do we begin to think about making lifestyle changes when we can’t get our blood pressure and cholesterol numbers under control, even with medication?

30 Jan

Ready to eat? Super Bowl Ranks a Top Day for Calorie Consumption

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Last year, more than 108 million people tuned into the Super Bowl. While some devoted fans sat on the edge of their seat watching play by play, many of us gathered around the buffet table featuring an endless supply of dips, chips, desserts, and of course, pizza. With our craving for football, fun and friends has come an insatiable appetite for food…and a lot of it.

22 Jan

Young and living with knee pain? It could be osteoarthritis.

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Most people think osteoarthritis strikes later in life and any knee pain or discomfort when you are young and active is something that will go away on its own. If you are not getting relief from chronic knee pain following rest and anti-inflammatory medication, it could be the onset of osteoarthritis. Brought on by genetics, obesity, strenuous exercise, or injury, experts say osteoarthritis is developing earlier in life – around the age of 56 versus 72 in the 1990s.

16 Jan

Is it the flu? Pneumonia? Or a Cold?

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According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Oklahoma is one of 25 states reporting a “widespread” flu outbreak. However, does that mean that every time we get sick it is the flu? While we are familiar with the signs and symptoms of the flu – severe body aches, fever and a dry cough, we may not be able to tell the difference between the flu, pneumonia or a cold. So when should we go to the doctor or just try fluids and rest at home?

30 Dec

Living Healthier in Tulsa - 2014 New Year's Resolutions

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As December is ending, many Oklahomans are looking to improve their lifestyles in order to have a happier, healthier new year. New Year’s Resolutions are a popular way to achieve specific goals or to break bad habits, and health.com estimates that roughly one in three Americans participate in these resolutions. Unfortunately, only 46 percent of Americans stay on track with their goals six months later, a study found.

20 Dec

Best of 2013

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The year is coming to a close and along with you, we are taking a moment to look back at all 2013 had to offered. From lives changes, to milestones celebrated and the moments that made us stop to recognize the beauty of the human spirit, we are thankful to our patients and their families, our doctors, nurses and staff and the community for allowing Hillcrest to be a part of it all. Through our blog and social media channels, we have a chance to not only share our stories, but also connect with you online. We appreciate your comments, feedback, suggestions, and involvement.

09 Dec

Why $1.50 extra per day is worth it

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Researchers say we now know how much more expensive healthy diets are compared to unhealthy diets - $1.50 per day. The reason healthier options like fruits and vegetables cost more than processed meats, snacks and grains is due to the current food policies in place, supporting inexpensive, but high volume production of the unhealthier fare.

04 Dec

Health Risks when Shoveling Snow

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If you are catching the latest weather forecasts or merely listening to what everyone is talking about, you are probably preparing for our first winter storm of the season. Grocery stores will be busy today, as people stock up on the essentials and you can’t miss the boxes of snow shovels right by the checkout. As the winter weather moves in, there are a few things to consider before clearing your driveway and sidewalks. Shoveling snow can be particularly harmful to your health if you are aware of the risks.

Shoveling Snow Triggers Heart Attacks

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