Delaware Chronic Disease Coalition

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Cardiovascular Disease Disparities among Racial and Ethnic Groups

Kate Smith, MD, MPH July 23, 2024July 27, 2024 General, Heart disease

A 2022 systemic review by the American Heart Association uncovers national disparities of cardiovascular disease and health within historically underserved racial and ethnic groups by applying social determinants of health framework.

Read more here

 

Importance of Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure

Kate Smith, MD, MPH July 23, 2024July 23, 2024 General, Heart disease, Hypertension, Stroke

According to the American Heart Association, people diagnosed with high blood pressure should regularly self-monitor their blood pressure at home to help their healthcare professionals know and track if their treatment is working.

Read more about the importance of and instructions for self-monitoring your blood pressure here.

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Kate Smith, MD, MPH July 12, 2023July 12, 2023 Behavioral Health, noncommunicable disease

In 2020, Congress designated 9-8-8 as the new crisis hotline. If you or someone you know is in crisis or contemplating suicide, please call or text 9-8-8. Counselors are standing by to help.

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