Seeing your doctor regularly can help manage chronic conditions; maintain good health and avoid more significant health issues.

Depression (major depressive disorder)

A common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think, and how you act. Learn More • www.psychologytoday.com

Diabetes

A long-term (chronic) disease in which the body cannot regulate the amount of sugar in the blood. Learn More • www.diabetes.org

Blood Pressure

Blood pressure numbers of less than 120/80 mm Hg are considered within the normal range. From there, you can be categorized as elevated, hypertension stage 1 or 2, or hypertensive crisis. Learn More • www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure

Back Pain

Physical discomfort occurring anywhere on the spine or back ranging mild to disabling. Back pain is considered chronic if it lasts three months or longer. Learn More • www.webmd.com/back-pain

Weight (Metabolic Disorders)

Metabolism is the process your body uses to get or make energy from the food you eat. A metabolic disorder occurs when abnormal chemical reactions in
your body disrupt this process. Obesity occurs when a person’s body mass index is 30 or greater. Learn More • www.nutrition.gov

Cholesterol

Your blood needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, but high levels can increase your risk of heart disease. You can develop fatty deposits in your blood vessels which can grow, making it difficult for enough blood to flow through your arteries. Learn More • www.heart.org