In March of this year, I decided to meet with the Boyer’s Wellness Nurse for a check of my blood pressure. After checking my blood pressure a second time, Lori explained that my blood pressure was dangerously high and that she was concerned that I was at imminent risk for a heart attack or a stroke. Lori gave me three choices; she explained that she would drive me to the emergency room, call an ambulance, or she would allow me to have my wife pick me up from work to seek immediate medical attention. I was seen by a physician and again it was confirmed that my blood pressure was dangerously high. The doctor was also able to identify a few other medical issues. I was placed on medication and today, I feel better than I have felt in years and I have so much more energy. I now see the doctor for regular checkups and between the change in my diet, weight loss, and medication, my blood pressure and other medical conditions are controlled.
After meeting with Lori that day in March, I realized the importance of taking care of myself and I knew I needed to make changes so that I would be around to enjoy my family. On the drive to the doctor, I kept thinking to myself that I wanted to live, I wanted more time with my grandchildren.