Urgent Care: What Is Hypertension, Is It Dangerous, Who is At Risk?

When is the last time you had your blood pressure checked? High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a condition where the blood has been forced against the artery walls for so long that it eventually causes health issues like heart disease. It's a common condition, and it affects almost everyone at some point. What Causes High Blood Pressure? There are two types of hypertension: primary hypertension and secondary hypertension. Primary hypertension has no known cause. Medical experts believe that it develops in adults slowly over time. Secondary hypertension develops because of an underlying cause, such as medications, kidney problems, sleep apnea, and chronic alcohol use.
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Cold and Flu Season in San Carlos May Require Visit to Urgent Care

Watch out, everyone: flu season is here, and it’s poised to be in full swing in the coming weeks. San Carlos residents should start to notice more people coming down with colds and the influenza virus as the New Year gets off to a start. Typically, flu season lasts from October to March each year and peaks in February. Do You Have the Flu? The unusual cold weather this year with temperatures dipping down to freezing overnight can make any illness seem worse and may even lower the body's immune response. Signs of the flu may vary but do include, headache, stiffness, pain, a fever, fatigue, dry cough, sore throat, nausea and chills.
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