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Understanding Alzheimer’s: Early Detection, Care and Support

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By Mountain Pacific

September 25, 2024

Understanding Alzheimer’s: Early Detection, Care and Support

Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of people worldwide and is the most common form of dementia. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, it is a progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory, thinking skills and the ability to carry out simple tasks. World Alzheimer’s Month, observed every September, is dedicated to raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and supporting those affected by it.… Read the rest

Lung Cancer: What Everyone Should Know about the Deadliest Cancer

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By Mountain Pacific

November 29, 2023

First: The facts.

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Understanding High Blood Pressure and Stroke: Silent Threats to Your Health

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By Mountain Pacific

May 31, 2023

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, and stroke are two health conditions that can have a serious impact on our well-being. Though they may seem like separate concerns, they often go hand-in-hand. Read on to learn about the relationship between high blood pressure and stroke and get important information about both.

Understanding  High Blood Pressure:

High blood pressure occurs when the force of blood against the artery … Read the rest

Shine a Light on Low Vision Awareness

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By Mountain-Pacific Quality Health

March 1, 2023

Low vision affects millions of people worldwide. According to the American Optometric Association, low vision is a significant visual impairment that cannot be fully corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, medication or surgery. Low Vision Awareness Month is dedicated to raising awareness about the condition and the impact is has on people’s lives.

Low vision can affect people of any age, but it is more prevalent in older adults. … Read the rest

Six Ways to Observe National Men’s Health Month

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By Mountain-Pacific Quality Health

June 15, 2022

June is National Men’s Health Month, a national observance used to raise awareness about preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of diseases, including cancer, heart disease and depression. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), on average, men in the United States die five years earlier than women, and men are more likely to have heart disease, stroke and diabetes.

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Stress: How it Affects Your Health and Seven Ways to Manage it

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By Mountain-Pacific Quality Health

Updated August 2023

We all feel stressed at one time or another. It is a normal and even healthy reaction to a variety of circumstances that happen in our daily life, a big life change or other traumatic events such as a pandemic or a natural disaster. Stress is a part of being human. However, stress continuing for weeks, months or beyond can become a chronic condition that contributes to many … Read the rest

National Hot Breakfast Month: Rethink These Six Popular Breakfast Foods

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By Mountain-Pacific Quality Health

February 22, 2022

February is the shortest month, but in many parts of the country, it can also be one of the coldest. What better way to start a chilly day than with a piping hot breakfast? This February, we are celebrating National Hot Breakfast Month by encouraging you to take the extra time to enjoy breakfast. This morning meal is arguably the most important (and most delicious) meal of the … Read the rest

Seven Tips for Healthier Living in the New Year

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By Mountain-Pacific Quality Health

December 20, 2021

It’s almost time to ring in the new year! Have you thought about what 2022 will look like for you? It’s natural to start off the New Year thinking about goals you will set and changes you would like to make. About 70 percent of Americans make New Year’s resolutions, but only about eight percent of those people follow through. The key is to choose meaningful resolutions that … Read the rest

Mental Illness Awareness: Your Mind Matters

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Mental Illness Awareness: Your Mind Matters

By Mountain-Pacific Quality Health

October 5, 2021

Mental illness affects about one in every five adults in the United States. The isolation and feelings of loneliness prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic have caused the number of new mental health cases to rise. Chances are, you know someone who is struggling with their mental health. It could be a family member, a neighbor, your child’s teacher, a coworker or a … Read the rest

Know the Signs of Opioid Overdose—Save a Life

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Know the Signs of Overdose—Save a Life

By Mountain-Pacific Pacific Quality Health

August 25, 2021

Do you know the signs of overdose or what to do if you think someone has overdosed?

International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held on August 31 each year to raise awareness about overdose and reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths. In 2019, the United States had more than 70,000 drug overdose deaths, according to the Centers for … Read the rest

Men’s Health Month: Testosterone 101

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Men's Health Month: Testosterone 101

Men’s Health Month: Testosterone 101

By Mountain-Pacific Pacific Quality Health

July 1, 2021

Hot flashes, fatigue and weak bones are usually symptoms of menopause in women. However, as men age, their testosterone levels go down, and they can have some of the same symptoms—which can lead to severe health issues. This drop in testosterone often affects men ages 40 to 55 and is sometimes referred to as male menopause or hypogonadism.

As we round out … Read the rest