Monthly Archives: August 2022

Young man’s battle with genetic heart disease inspires hope

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(BPT) – Many people start their stories with, “Heart disease and stroke run in my family.” But “runs in the family” is not a diagnosis. Genetic cholesterol disorders are often the hidden cause of early heart attack and stroke. Like many men in their 20s, Chad Gradney led a healthy, active lifestyle as a father…

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This school year, prioritize your child’s whole health – physical and mental

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(BPT) – As back-to-school season gets underway, it’s important to ensure that your child is ready for the school year, both physically and emotionally, by scheduling a well-child visit. Annual well-child visits are doctor appointments for preventive health services which are essential for ensuring a child’s growth and tracking developmental milestones. The well-child visit is…

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