Hypertension (aka high blood pressure), is a chronic, potentially life threatening disease. It is prevalent in western society, affecting 1 in 3 adults in the US. Hypertension is a risk factor for several other diseases, such as heart disease and stroke. Primary preventative action should be taken by those who are able to do so, especially those 20-30 years … Continue reading Hypertension PSA- Know Your Risk
One in three Americans are diagnosed with high blood pressure. Fortunately, this statistic can be reduced by tackling behavioral risk factors early. At eight years old, children are building behaviors, making connections, and are at the perfect age to learn about health. This kid-friendly animated drawing explains hypertension in relatable terms and it leaves kids … Continue reading Hypertention
This is a drawing board presentation directed at informing elementary school children on how to keep Monster Cancer from rearing its ugly head. It talks about preventable aspects of cancer such as how to avoid skin cancer, lung cancer and cancer associated with poor diet and exercise. Monster Cancer isn’t completely avoidable, but by doing … Continue reading Cancer Drawing Board
Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. Stroke is irreversible and typically has long term to fatal consequences. It is important to catch the early warning signs to prevent further damage. This brochure is a tool for the middle aged adult who has a genetic predisposition to stroke and/ or … Continue reading Stroke
Blood pressure is the measure of force your heart has to contract to pump blood throughout your body. High blood pressure, often called a “silent killer” because it rarely has symptoms, happens when your heart has to overwork to get your blood circulating. It can usually can be treated effectively with just modifications in diet … Continue reading High Blood Pressure
There are many lifestyle choices that can greatly influence an individuals risk of developing cancer. It is a type of cell mutation that will hinder approximately 39% of men and women at some time in their lifetime, in the United States. This prezi, aimed toward corporate office workers, will touch on how every choice from making good eating, and exercising habits, to being … Continue reading Cancer Prezi
There are 1.4 million new cases of diabetes each year in the United States of America, and it is the 7th leading cause of death. Our brochure targets young children, to inform them about diabetes and to give them resources on how to combat diabetes. Starting education at a young age is important, because many … Continue reading Beat Diabetes!
Our brochure covers gestational diabetes and ways to avoid the long term effects that can affect both mother and child after pregnancy. Gestational diabetes is not necessarily avoidable but a pregnant mother can be proactive about managing symptoms both during and after pregnancy.
Hypertension is a very common condition with more than 3 million U.S. cases per year. By the year 2025, the number of people living with hypertension is predicted to be 1.56 billion worldwide. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is when the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated. In our brochure addressing hypertension, we focused … Continue reading Hypertension Brochure for Middle Age Adults