For many of us, the holidays bring an opportunity to reflect on what matters the most. For many people, health and wellness sit near the top of that list. A healthy heart is critical to your overall health, which is why we’ve chosen to focus on heart health this holiday season.
Chuck Osuagwu, MD, takes great pride in working with residents of Garland, Texas, to enhance and preserve their heart health. Our team at Centerville Medical Center strives to be a valuable resource for our community, including sharing scientifically backed guidance and advice.
The holiday season is a time to focus on friends, family, and the traditions that shape your memories. Quite often, it’s tinged with a degree of sadness when thoughts turn to loved ones who are no longer with us.
This is a great time to think about your own health, and the role you hope to play in the lives of the people who love you. Because the heart plays such a central role in your overall health, it’s a great place to begin restructuring your health and wellness goals.
Any time you’re embarking on a new health journey, the best place to begin is with a comprehensive health assessment. This visit gathers information about how well your organs and systems are functioning at a given point in time.
Blood testing reveals in-depth insight into your health, helping Dr. Osuagwu understand your risk level for chronic diseases. The results become part of your personal medical record, which you can check at any time.
When it comes to setting your intentions for renewed heart health, it’s important to set yourself up for success. Creating unattainable goals will only lead to disappointment and a sense of failure.
Based on the results of your physical exam and blood testing, Dr. Osuagwu can help you create heart health goals that are within reach. As you reach those goals, you can refine your plan and reach for the next milestone of progress.
Goals differ from one person to the next. What’s most important is that your goals are meaningful to you and will create a sense of accomplishment and pride once you achieve them.
If you’re wondering where to begin, let’s take a look at some common areas of focus within heart health. Building a plan around any of these can dramatically improve your quality of life and reduce your risk of heart problems down the road.
Your heart health action plan might include a mix of these areas of focus. Dr. Osuagwu works with you to create a roadmap toward success, and our entire team is here to cheer you on and offer support as needed.
Finally, as you move through your new heart goals, be sure to schedule periodic visits to check on your progress. This is especially important if you have one or more types of chronic disease, as Dr. Osuagwu will want to see how your health is improving over time.
You may need to have your medications adjusted as your health improves. Having a trusted provider review and update your drug therapy as needed can avoid complications and negative outcomes.
When you’re ready to come in for your initial health assessment, simply contact our office by phone during normal business hours, or spend a few moments on our simple online scheduling page.
