Low Glucose Level in Non-Diabetics

Non-diabetic hypoglycemia is a condition that causes the sugar (glucose) in your blood to drop too low. it can be caused in persons who do not have diabetes due to a number of issues related to medication, lifestyle choices, poor nutrition, alcohol intake, exercise or other medical conditions.

Symptoms of non-diabetic hypoglycemia are very similar to diabetic hypoglycemia and include:

Blurred vision or changes in vision – Dizziness, lightheartedness, or shakiness – Fatigue and weakness – Fast or pounding heartbeat – Sweating more than usual – Headache – Nausea or hunger – Anxiety, Irritability, or confusion.

Even though the condition is non-diabetic, it must be treated promptly as severe symptoms can cause a worsening condition, lead to fainting and ultimately, death.

 

Prevention and management of this condition include early detection, diabetes symptom awareness and management, and proper nutrition such as healthy carbohydrates, limit or avoidance of alcohol, healthy protein foods and vegetables, not skipping meals and limiting or avoiding caffeine drinks.

Talk to your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms and learn more about diabetes prevention and adequate management of non-diabetic hypoglycemia.  Visit the American Diabetes Association for more extensive information.

 

 

Yes, we open on Saturdays!

Dr. Richard Wilbur will be at our Hollywood office to see patients on Saturday, March 18th from 9AM to 12PM.

Call us at (954) 454-6300 now to make your appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Our busy lifestyles can at times keep us from putting our health first. That’s why Safecare offers Saturday and evening hours to help you keep good track of your health check-ups while not missing any important activities of your busy schedule.

 

Save The Date!

Join us for this informative workshop and stay tuned for more information about our other exciting activities. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

See ya there!

Love to read? So do we…

Bring your unwanted books or find a new one you’ll enjoy, and join the fun at our Hallandale Beach location.

Contact our office and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for information about our library opening and other exciting activities. 

See ya there!

 

Benefits of Sleep

Getting a good night sleep is not only pleasant but also a great way to keep optimum health.  Good sleeping patterns positively affect many health aspects of the human body, from organ health to mood and behavior. However, the demands of our busy lifestyles, health complications, and stress can take away from our shut eye time and the ongoing sleep deprivation can have negative short and long term effects on our overall health.    

It is estimated that an adult should have between 7-9 hours of sleep each day. How many hours of sleep do you get on a regular basis?

A good night sleep will not only make you feel rested but will also provide you with benefits to carry you through the day and help you achieve your goals. Some of those benefits are:

  • Increase your cardiovascular health
  • Boost your happy mood
  • Sharpen your attention
  • Increase your memory
  • Help you control your weight when combined with good diet and exercise.
  • Increase your fitness ability.
  • Lower stress
  • Strengthens your immune system
  • Balances your hormones which boosts sexual drive
  • Helps keep your skin healthier

In other words, to get more done during the day and be fully present and truly productive and happy, make sure you get 7-9 hours sleep!

 

Stroke

Strokes are brain attacks that occur when blood flow to an area of the brain is interrupted.  Knowing how to spot a stroke can safe a life, as immediate action is required to avoid further brain damage or possible death.

According to the National Stroke Association, nearly 800,00 people experience a new or recurrent stroke every year, and 55,000 more women have a stroke than men. Stroke kills twice as many women as breast cancer.

There are different types of strokes and many myths regarding the reasons why strokes happen. Becoming familiar with the symptoms, how to avoid strokes and the facts vs the myths regarding strokes are key for optimum brain and circulatory health.

During a stroke, brain cells are deprived of oxygen, which in turn causes them to die. The abilities controlled by the area of the brain affected can become temporarily or permanently lost; how a person is limited after the event and the recovery process depends on which area of the brain and how much of it is damaged.  For example, someone who had a small stroke may have temporary and or minor problems in mobility and weakness, whereas people who have larger strokes may be permanently affected and in many cases with some form of disability.

Types of Strokes:

Hemorrhagic Stroke:  Caused by a brain aneurysm burst or leakage of a weakened blood vessel.  While the least common of the two types of stroke it most often results in death.

Ischemic Stroke:  Caused by a blood clot (ischemic) blocking blood flow through a vessel.

Transient Ischemic Attack (also known as TIA):  This is a mini stroke that usually does not cause damage but it also serves as a warning sign that a major stroke may happen in the future.

Signs & Symptoms of Stroke:

Learn as many symptoms and signs of how a stroke happens so you can act FAST.

  • Weakness or numbness of face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body
  • Confusion, trouble speaking, or understanding
  • Trouble seeing in one or both eyes
  • Trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
  • Severe headache with no known cause

There are also many myths surrounding strokes.  Understanding myths vs facts about stroke could help you make better health decisions for better stroke prevention:

Take preventative action to avoid stroke. Speak with your doctor about your risks and health concerns.

For more information about strokes, download the Explaining Stroke Brochure here courtesy of the National Stroke Association.

No time in the week to see a doctor?

Our Physician Assistant, Stacey McFadden, will be seeing patients at our Hallandale Beach location on Saturday, January 28th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Call us at (954) 454-6300 now to make your appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Our busy lifestyles can at times keep us from putting our health first. That’s why Safecare offers Saturday and evening hours to help you keep good track of your health check ups while not missing any important activities of your busy schedule.

 

 

Stress Management Is Key

Stress management is a powerful tool to stay healthy while tackling all those important daily and seasonal tasks. 

Stress is a major part of life and not all stress is negative, but it’s not enough to accomplish goals and face challenges head on if we struggle to keep good mental, emotional, and physical health, but there is hope!

Understanding how stress affects your overall health and learning ways to manage it adequately will lead you to more success and better health.  The video below gives us an insight into what stress can do to our bodies and ways in which we can improve toward better stress management.

Visit us to learn more about good stress management techniques and to speak to one of our doctors if you or a loved one are negatively affected by stress.

 

Stacey is now in Hollywood!

Our Physician Assistant, Stacey McFadden, is now seeing patients at our Hollywood location on Monday and Wednesday mornings.  She will continue to see patients at our Hallandale Beach office on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and on Monday and Wednesday afternoons.

Call our offices now to make your appointment at your most convenient location. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Physician Assistant Certified

Stacey McFadden, MMS, PA-C

Happy New Year!

From our family to yours, we wish you a very happy and healthy year 2017!

Our offices will be closed on Monday, January 2nd in observance of New Year’s Day.

We will re-open on Tuesday, January 3rd at our regular hours.

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