A stroke happens when something blocks blood flow and oxygen to your brain. A blood clot can block the flow, or a blood vessel can weaken or burst.

Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death for both men and women. But there are things you can do to reduce your risk of stroke.

Heart disease and stroke, two of the most common types of CVD, caused nearly 260,000 more deaths than cancer, the second leading cause of death, finds the CDC. You can take proactive measures to prevent heart disease. Through heart health screenings, doctors can find whether you have risk factors for heart disease, stroke, or other CVD problems before damage or symptoms begin.

All packaged food sold in the U.S. is required by law to have a nutrition label. There’s a lot of information on nutrition labels — so much that it can sometimes feel overwhelming. Here are three things to focus on.

If you receive a heart disease diagnosis, your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes to reduce heart disease risk factors and improve your heart health. But you may also need to take one or more medications for your heart health.

Managing heart disease can feel overwhelming at first. Here’s how you can get a handle on your treatment.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people are hospitalized due to complications from respiratory illnesses, such as the flu and COVID-19. That’s why the CDC recommends that everyone over the age of six months get an annual flu vaccine and a COVID-19 vaccine. Now there’s a vaccine available for a third disease that can cause hospitalizations and death — respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Smoking cessation simply means quitting smoking. But quitting smoking, no matter what term you use, isn’t so simple. It often takes people many tries and many different methods before they quit smoking for good.

Regular exercise is a critical part of maintaining cardiovascular health and bone strength, reducing your risk of developing diabetes, managing your weight, and improving your sleep. To help you stick with your resolution for 2025 and beyond, consider these tips.

Magnesium is one of the essential minerals your body needs to survive and thrive. Your body needs sufficient magnesium to control nerves and muscles, maintain healthy blood sugar and blood pressure levels, and make bone and protein. Learn more about who’s most at risk for magnesium deficiency, the benefits of consuming enough magnesium, and how much magnesium you need per day.

Cold season is upon us. With some of the respiratory infections that plague people in winter, you can greatly reduce your chances of getting sick — and developing complications — by getting vaccinated. Vaccines that can help you stay healthy in the winter include those that protect against the flu, COVID-19, and RSV.

As the days grow shorter and temperatures fall, many people start to experience sniffles, coughs, and runny noses. But not all cold-weather bugs are created equal. While many viruses are mild, others are much more serious, carrying the risk of hospitalization or even death. It’s important to know who is eligible for each of these vaccines and which vaccines public health experts recommend you receive to remain as healthy as possible throughout this fall and winter.

The United States is the only country in the world with pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), yet most Americans haven't heard of them. Patient Protector is on a mission to change that with their forthcoming docuseries, Modern Medical Mafia: A Deep Dive Into the Crime Ring Running America’s Healthcare System. 

Colds and flus are among the most common reasons that people miss work and school. Adults get two to three colds on average each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Children get even more. In addition, each year, between 3% and 11% of people in the U.S. develop the flu. These checklists can help you get through cold and flu season.

Cold and flu season is in full swing, and we know how tough it can be when illness hits. Whether you’re dealing with a scratchy throat, nagging cough, or other symptoms, Hidenwood Pharmacy is here to help you take control of your health quickly, affordably, and conveniently.

We wanted to take a moment to address the tragic and shocking recent news regarding the untimely death of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO. While the circumstances surrounding this event are still unfolding, it serves as a stark reminder of the deep complexities and struggles within our healthcare system.