Envision Health

Envision Health Direct primary care practice in Crown Point, Indiana specializing in family medicine services and ac

❤️Happy Valentine’s Day and Happy Heart Month❤️Heart health is a great topic for this month. Heart Disease is the leadin...
02/14/2026

❤️Happy Valentine’s Day and Happy Heart Month❤️

Heart health is a great topic for this month. Heart Disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. These are a group of diseases that deal with the heart and blood vessels. The good news is 50-70% of heart disease is preventable.

What can we do???
* Be Active 🏃🏻‍♀️
Goal 150 mins of moderate activity/ week
* Eat Healthy Foods 🥑🍓🥦
Diet Rich in fruits, veggies, whole grains, lean proteins, nuts, seeds, and healthy fats
* Avoid Risky Substances 🥃🚬
Alcohol can raise blood pressure and to***co damages blood vessels
* Get Good Sleep 😴
Aim for 7-9 hours. This helps support blood pressure, metabolism, overall heart health
* Reduce stress 😫
Regular physical activity, time in nature, and socializing all reduce our stress levels.
* Maintain a healthy weight
Can help lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and reduce strain on the heart
* Monitor your cholesterol numbers, blood sugar, and blood pressure
* See your doctor regularly 👩🏻‍⚕️

Show your heart some love and get out and enjoy our warmer temperatures!

See you in April!


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Happy National Women Physician Day! Thank you to all you give to the medical profession every day! envisondirec...
02/03/2026

Happy National Women Physician Day! Thank you to all you give to the medical profession every day! envisondirectprimarycare.com

Happy 6th Anniversary to Envision Health! Happy to be caring for the patients of our Crown Point community
01/16/2026

Happy 6th Anniversary to Envision Health! Happy to be caring for the patients of our Crown Point community

Our most recent Healthy Cooking Class was a yummy one based on a New England classic American Chop Suey. All of our atte...
11/03/2025

Our most recent Healthy Cooking Class was a yummy one based on a New England classic American Chop Suey. All of our attendees enjoyed learning some great cooking technique from our local guru Chef Dr. Charles Mok. We are all looking forward to seeing what he cooks up next.



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Had to take a moment to recognize National Direct Primary Care Day! Be part of the movement! Providing excellent healt...
11/01/2025

Had to take a moment to recognize National Direct Primary Care Day!

Be part of the movement! Providing excellent healthcare to all at an affordable rate without all the restrictions of traditional medical practice.



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Thank you to those that were able to join us yesterday morning. After a few busy weeks, I felt this might be a great top...
06/15/2025

Thank you to those that were able to join us yesterday morning.

After a few busy weeks, I felt this might be a great topic for our walk.

Happy days
Based on a recent article I read recently, happy people tend to be healthier people. So what can we do to improve our outlook on life?

🌼Stay Connected: Personal connections with family and friends tend to be moods boosters. Make efforts to expand your social circle by either having a regular date for lunch with a friend, reach out via a zoom call to a friend, or join a sports league or club.

🌼 Volunteer: Studies have shown that volunteering provides a sense of purpose, which can improve one’s mood. Look around your community in areas that interest you.

🌼 Find your inner child: Revisit the activities you used to enjoy as a child or young adult. This may help you return to hobbies you enjoyed or find new ones to explore.

🌼 Invest in experiences: Use your money to help you enjoy new life experiences, dinner at an ethnic restaurant, a trip to the theater, or art exhibit. Experiences don’t need to break the bank, they provide memories to reflect back on when you need a mood boost.

🌼 Enjoy time in green spaces: Studies have shown that time spent in places like parks, gardens, and other green areas can perk your mood. Enjoy hiking your favorite trail, walking the beach, or exploring a nearby state park.

🌼 Change up your routine: People tend to feel happier when they change up their routines even just a small amount. A new workout routine can be just the thing to spruce your mood.

🌼 Embrace gratitude: Look around and see all the blessings that you have. Just 15 minutes spent practicing gratitude can enhance your emotional well being.

🌼 Smile more: Research has found that smiling more can improve your mood.

Lastly, don’t sweat the small stuff! Focus on what’s important to you. Realize that life is short, it’s so much more important to focus on doing the things that make you happy!

Go out and enjoy the beautiful summer days!

See you next month at Lemon Lake County Park.

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Thank you to all our walkers this morning! The sun was shining and it was a great way to start Mother’s Day weekend. So...
05/10/2025

Thank you to all our walkers this morning! The sun was shining and it was a great way to start Mother’s Day weekend.

So have you been sneezing, itching your eyes 👀, or blowing your nose 🤧 more recently?

It could mean you are experiencing some seasonal allergies. (Also referred to as Hay fever or allergic rhinitis).

Allergens that are bothering you can differ at different times of the year and vary in different areas of the country. Right now the tree pollen is the main culprit for symptoms, but the grass pollen will quickly be the main offender followed by the ragw**d and w**d pollen later in the summer/fall. If tracking this is something you enjoy, you can check out pollen.aaaai.org for levels that are updated by the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology.

Common symptoms:
✅sneezing/coughing
✅runny/stuffy nose
✅itchy eyes, nose, throat, or ears
✅fatigue or disturbed sleep

Common allergens
❌Pollen from trees🌲, grass, and w**ds
❌Mold spores
❌Pet dander 🐶🐱

How to manage:
🌟Check out the pollen counts before heading outside.
🌟Pollen tends to be lower 4am-noon and higher 2pm-9pm
🌟Shower, rinse your nose with nasal saline, and change your clothes after being outdoors
🌟Wear sunglasses and a hat to keep pollen out of your eyes and hair
🌟Keep windows closed when pollen levels are high

Treatment:
✅Over the counter antihistamines and nasal steroid sprays.
✅Use nasal saline to help clear nasal passages and to reduce congestion
✅For persistent symptoms, allergy shots or drops may help build a tolerance to certain allergens thus reducing symptoms.
✅Talk to your Doc if you need help with your allergies.

Wishing you all an enjoyable spring!

Join us on our next Walk With a Doc walk June 14th at the Lake County Fairgrounds 9am.



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April has been a busy month already at Envision Health. Last weekend, we had our Healthy Cooking Class. Our chef, Dr Cha...
04/12/2025

April has been a busy month already at Envision Health. Last weekend, we had our Healthy Cooking Class. Our chef, Dr Charles Mok, taught us how to use a Sous Vide to make the perfect steak while roasting some absolutely delicious baby potatoes in the air fryer. All enjoyed tasting what we had prepped. We look forward to our next class.

This weekend was our Walk With a Doc. What a gorgeous morning to enjoy the fairgrounds and discuss our health topic regarding stress.

April is Stress awareness month. Stress can cause significant health problems. We all have stress in our lives and may experience its effects in different ways.

Common issues we may see as a result of stress:
❇️Headaches
❇️Stomach issues
❇️Anxiety/Depression
❇️More serious health issues like strokes and heart attacks

How can we cope with stress:
⭐️Take care of ourselves: Eat healthy, exercise regularly, get a good night’s sleep regularly
⭐️Discuss what is stressing you out with a good friend or even a health professional
⭐️Avoid drugs and alcohol: these substances will not help deal with a stressful issue, in fact they may make it worse.

Lastly learn that there are issues that you cannot change or control and let them go!

Now get out there and enjoy the beautiful day and let that stress wear away!


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Our walk was chilly but the sunshine was gorgeous!Recently I began reading a book on Longevity. I know, I turned 50 and ...
03/08/2025

Our walk was chilly but the sunshine was gorgeous!

Recently I began reading a book on Longevity. I know, I turned 50 and now want to learn all I can do to increase my life span and have quality of life. Truthfully this should concern all of us at a much younger age.

Our bodies do change as we age, but there are many things we can do to make that aging process a more healthy journey.

What can we do:
🚶🏻‍♀️Physical Activity🚶🏻
⭐️ can help manage and prevent disease, build strength, prevent falls, ease pain, and even help you live longer
⭐️ Types (Aerobic and Muscle Strengthening)
Aerobic: any activity that raises your heart rate such as walking, swimming, biking. Set a goal for 150 minutes/week
Muscle Strengthening: any activity that makes your muscles work harder than usual: lifting weights, lunges, yoga. Aim for 2x per week.

🥦 Nutrition🥑
⭐️Dietary needs change as we age
⭐️ Eat plenty of fruit, veggies, whole grains, healthy fat, and lean protein
⭐️ Focus on nutrients you need: calcium, fiber, vitamin D, B12 🥛
⭐️ Avoid saturated fat, added sugar, sodium, and artificial ingredients
⭐️ Stay hydrated 💦

😁 Mental/Social 😢
Our brain changes as we age (mental health, memory, learning). What can we do to help?
⭐️ Find new hobbies 🧶 and social activities
⭐️ Volunteer at your local church, school, hospital
⭐️ Try meditation or journaling
⭐️ Talk to your doctor about your mental health

Most important:
🩺Visit your doctor at least once a year for a checkup and a preventative plan. Get your necessary screening exams (pap smear, mammogram, colonoscopy) and vaccinations.

🛌 Get a good night’s sleep (7-9 hours) and follow a consistent sleep schedule

🚭 Quit smoking and avoid or limit alcohol. It will improve your health no matter how old you are or long you’ve done it

Join us next month for our next Walk with a Doc!


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02/08/2025

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Join us for this month’s Walk With a Doc. We are going to be Virtual on Facebook. Hope you can join us, Saturday, Februa...
02/06/2025

Join us for this month’s Walk With a Doc. We are going to be Virtual on Facebook. Hope you can join us, Saturday, February 8th at 9am Central time. Facebook.com/EnvisionDirectPrimaryCare



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02/06/2025

Join us VIRTUALLY for February’s Walk With a Doc!
Saturday, Feb 8th 9am Central👟

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1501 South Court Street
Crown Point, IN
46307

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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