Is My Blood Pressure in the Safe Range?

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In 2017, the American Heart Association updated the guidelines for detecting, preventing and treating high blood pressure. Normal blood pressure is now defined as 120/80 mmHG or lower. Here is where other numbers fall on the blood pressure scale.

Don’t Become a Statistic

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Columbus Regional Health joins nationwide effort to save lives through colorectal cancer screenings.

What to Expect During a Colonoscopy

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While a colonoscopy may not be the most pleasant health screening you’ll ever have, it is one of the best tools to diagnose colorectal cancer. Your doctor can remove polyps, if you have any, during the same procedure. Here’s what you can expect.

A Whole New Take on Eating Green

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Less is more when it comes to eating your way toward a healthier Earth.

Opioid Abuse Awareness: What It Means to You

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Not everyone who uses opioid pain pills becomes addicted. Each person’s body and brain are different. The likelihood of becoming addicted goes up with longer use, whereas, for some people, physical dependence can begin within the first week of routine use.