Dr. Matthews Medical Minutes

Follow our video series for helpful tips and medical updates

from Monroe Plan for Medical Care’s Chief Medical Officer.

 

Heart Health - Cholesterol

February is American Heart Month.

 

Dr. Matthews, your friendly cardiologist, presents three tips for a happy heart:

 

1) Eat Smart: Balanced diet, less junk.

 

2) Stay Active: 150 mins of exercise/week.

 

3) Monitor Vital Signs: Regular check-ups rock!

 

Let’s prioritize heart health beyond February!

Regular Health Screenings

Dr. Matthews returns to explain how regular health screenings can add years to your life:

Health screenings can catch potential problems early, before they become serious, and when treatment is most effective.

Age 20

Age 40+

Blood Pressure

Mammograms

Cholesterol

Colonoscopies

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Diabetes Tests

Prostate Screenings

    Don’t wait for symptoms to appear! Find it fast, fight it better!

    Diabetes Awareness

    Diabetes Myth Busters Alert!

    This month, Dr. George E. Matthews sets the record straight on the top three diabetes misconceptions!

    #1 – “Sugar Causes Diabetes”:

    Fact: Enjoying sweets doesn’t directly cause diabetes. It’s a complex condition influenced by various factors.

    #2 – “Only Overweight People Get Diabetes”:


    Fact: Thin or thick, anyone can get diabetes. Genetics, age, and lifestyle matter too.

    #3 – “Diabetes Isn’t Serious”: 


    Fact: Diabetes is serious, but with proper care, a healthy life is possible.

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