Category: Health Screenings

Emphasizing Independence In Seniors

February is also  National Senior Independence month, which means it is a great time to emphasize maintaining an independent lifestyle. Here are a few ways seniors can become more independent: Increase socialization– It is easy to get used to doing the same mundane tasks from day to day, but it is important to switch things…

The Importance of Heart Health

February is American Heart Month! With more than 67 million Americans suffering from high blood pressure, it is extremely important to pay attention to your heart health. Here at BEK Medical, we recommend using this month to make some small changes that can have significant results. Here are a few tips to help maintain a…

New Years Resolutions For 2020

As the new decade approaches, you may be inclined to make some improvements to your lifestyle. It is never too late to start a new habit to change your life. There is no better time than right now to make a resolution. It can be tough to come up with a good New Year’s resolution,…

Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Women Over 50

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so now is a great time to focus on women’s health, especially those over the age of 50.  50 is the year that many of us take a moment to look back on our lives so far, remembering the good times we have had and the many incredible…

Common Health Screenings For Seniors

As you age, the need for regular medical testing increases. It’s important to be proactive about your health and monitor any changes in your body. Here are a few common tests you should get done so you can live a healthy and long life: Blood pressure According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),…

Healthy Heart Tips

800,000 Americans died last year from heart attacks and other heart related illnesses…. Do I have your attention yet?  Four out of five of those deaths were preventable according to WebMD.  At this point I really hope I have your attention. Much has been made over the past decade about the importance of heart health,…