When COVID-19 first impacted our community, we noticed a significant drop in emergency room visits. Understandably, we realize this was likely due to people complying with stay-at-home orders or not [...]
Infectious Diseases
Common Cold: Because stress can weaken your immune system, you are more at risk for infectious diseases such as colds and the flu.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
GI Problems: Stress can lead to chronic heartburn, GERD (reflux disease), and irritable bowel syndrome. Even though stress does not cause ulcers, it can make them worse.
Immunizations
The required forms needed to receive your vaccination can be found below. Please have completed when you arrive for your appointment.
Heart Disease: Stress increases your blood pressure and heart rate. It can also release more cholesterol and triglycerides into your blood stream, which can increase your risk of heart disease. One study of heart attack survivors found that stress management classes reduced their risk of a second heart attack by 74 percent. When under stress, you are also more likely to smoke and eat unhealthy foods, which increases your risk for heart disease.