Type 2 Diabetes and Hypertension

It’s Time to Build a Relationship with Your Primary Care Provider

The relationship with your primary care provider is personal and should be built on honesty, trust and open communication. In today’s episode, Dr. Vikas Gampa, Internal Medicine Physician at MetroHealth, discusses how to build a good patient-provider relationship so you can get the most out of your appointments and play an active role in your healthcare journey. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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Type 2 Diabetes and Hypertension

People living with Type 2 diabetes experience insulin resistance in the body, leading to high blood sugar levels and potentially hypertension, or high blood pressure. Although hypertension can significantly impact your health, with the right lifestyle adjustments and key help from your doctor, you can learn to manage the disease and reduce the risk of complications. In today’s episode, Dr. Pamala Murphy, Internal Medicine Physician at MetroHealth, discusses the causes and effects of Type 2 diabetes, how to recognize the signs early on and what treatments are available to maintain healthy lifestyles. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Screenings and Health Issues Black Men Need to Discuss

While health conditions vary among individuals, Black men face unique health challenges that can impact their well-being and quality of life. In today’s episode, MetroHealth family medicine physician Dr. Wayne Forde identifies the most prominent health conditions that affect black men today and the importance of preventive care. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

What Are You Afraid Of? Talking About Phobias, Fears, Anxiety etc.

Being healthy involves more than just your physical health. Taking care of your mental and emotional health is just as important. This includes overcoming fears, phobias and anxiety. In today’s episode, we will speak with Dr. Eric Berko, Psychologist at MetroHealth, about how to tell the difference between fears and phobias, and the treatments and techniques to face them. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.