Cayman Family Health

10/06/2023

Today is 2023!

This annual event aims to encourage families to engage in physical activities together, promoting overall well-being and a more active lifestyle.

Participating in Family Health and Fitness Day could be having:

🚴Outdoor Adventures
⚽️Backyard Games
💃Family Dance Parties
🚶🏽Active Outings
🏊‍♀️ Fitness Challenges

And more!

Read more in our article about the day here: https://www.integra.ky/embrace-family-health-and-fitness-day-2023/

31/05/2023

Today, Wednesday 31st May is ***coDay.

At Integra, we join in supporting World No To***co Day, increasing education around tobacco/smoking's detrimental effects along with some information on how to get in touch with our team of GPs to discuss any questions, concerns or information on smoking cessation.

Learn more: https://www.integra.ky/world-no-tobacco-day-31st-may/

19/05/2023

As a part of Integra’s efforts to raise awareness and increase education for World Hypertension Day (also known as 'high blood pressure') and beyond, we launched a 3-part short blog series on hypertension.

Today is day 3 and this short blog is all about ‘The Addition of Sleep as a factor in Hypertension'.

To read more visit: https://www.integra.ky/the-addition-of-sleep-as-a-factor-in-hypertension-part-3-of-our-world-hypertension-day-blog-series/

18/05/2023

As a part of Integra’s efforts to raise awareness and increase education for World Hypertension Day (also known as 'high blood pressure') and beyond, we have launched a 3-part short blog series on hypertension.

Today is day 2 and this short blog is all about ‘The Importance of Accurate Blood Pressure Measurements in Hypertension Management'.

To read more visit: https://www.integra.ky/the-importance-of-accurate-blood-pressure-measurements-part-2-of-our-world-hypertension-day-blog-series/

17/05/2023

Today is !

As a part of Integra’s efforts to raise awareness and increase education for World Hypertension Day (also known as 'high blood pressure') and beyond, we will be doing a 3-part short blog series on hypertension starting today.

Today’s short blog is all about ‘Understanding the Updated Hypertension Guidelines’ including commentary from the newest of our amazing GP team, Dr Bhakta-Perry!

To read the article visit: https://www.integra.ky/understanding-the-updated-hypertension-guidelines-part-1-of-our-world-hypertension-day-blog-series/

To learn more about Dr Bhakta-Perry and her service offering which includes treatment and management of hypertension visit: https://www.integra.ky/dr-tanushree-bhakta-perry/

Visit our social pages tomorrow for the 2nd installment of our blog series!

22/04/2023

While it's no longer Nutrition Month, increasing your knowledge on nutrition and the importance of a healthy and balanced diet is not just limited to one month! Take a look back at our short article from Nutrition Month, which provides some fast facts and important reminders for your nutritional health.

https://www.integra.ky/nutrition-month-the-importance-of-a-balanced-and-healthy-diet/

21/04/2023

April marks

We join in supporting and raising awareness for IBS and its symptoms, helping to ensure individuals suffering can improve their digestive health and live healthier, happier lives.

Around 10-15% of the global population experience irritable bowel syndrome or 'IBS', however, many IBS cases often go undiagnosed (Source: https://aboutibs.org/).

Some of the common symptoms that have been reported include abdominal pain, which is a key symptoms of IBS, particularly if an individual also experiences a change in bowel habits such as a period of diarrhea and/or constipation (Source: https://aboutibs.org/).

If you have any symptoms listed above or any other concerns please book an appointment with one of our Family Medicine (GP) physicians here: https://www.integra.ky/services/family-health-medicine/

09/04/2023

On behalf of the entire team, we want to wish you a very Happy Easter 🐣🐇

We hope you stay safe and healthy this holiday period and enjoy your time with family and friends.

Please note our clinic is now closed and will re-open Tuesday April 11th at 8am. 🕗

For any urgent concerns or queries during this time please visit our out-of-hours page here: https://www.integra.ky/out-of-hours/

06/04/2023

We hope you have a nice Easter weekend.

Please note the changes to our hours during the Easter Holiday period:

Friday 7th April (Good Friday): Closed
Saturday 8th April: 9am - 1pm
Monday 10th April (Easter Monday): Closed

For any urgent concerns during the Easter holiday visit: www.integra.ky/out-of-hours/

31/03/2023

While there are several factors which go into a healthy diet and lifestyle, new research published by JAMA Network Open suggests those with prediabetes may benefit from a low-carb diet as their study has shown this can possibly lower elevated A1C levels (average blood sugar levels) to a healthier range quickly.

Read more here:

A recent study suggests that following a low-carb diet may quickly reduce A1C levels in people with prediabetes. Such a rigorous approach to eating may not be realistic, but cutting even som...

16/03/2023

Interesting findings from a new review on salt intake in men vs women.

A study found that women of all ages are more salt sensitive than men, which may have implications for blood pressure control.

10/03/2023

As part of Colorectal Cancer Awareness month, a sobering article highlighting the importance of early detection, getting screened and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Colorectal cancer has increased rapidly among people younger than 55, and the incidence of more advanced disease has increased in all age groups, notes a new report from the American Cancer Society.