Cathy Beatty, MSN, CRNP, FNP-BC

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
We can partner with you to get your blood pressure under control. Lifestyle changes are the first place to start. Improving your diet, being more physically active, limiting your intake of sodium and reducing alcohol consumption can make a signficant difference in controlling your blood pressure. Take your medications exactly as prescribed, but be sure to let us know if you are having any side effects or problems obtaining your medication. Monitoring your medication compliance, medication effect...

How can I reduce my blood pressure without taking medication?
There are several lifestyle changes that can help to reduce high blood pressure without the use of medication:Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of high blo...

I have COPD. What can help me breathe better?
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...

Is there a treatment for food allergy?
The treatment for food allergies is to strictly avoid the allergenic food, and in case of accidental exposure, the use of rescue medications such as antihistamines and epinephrine (injectable) in the ...

What are treatments for my child’s asthma?
The treatment of childhood asthma is similar to that of adult asthma, but there are some important considerations.The main goal of treatment is to control symptoms, prevent exacerbations and improve t...

Why are so many children taking ADHD medications?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects about 5-10% of children and adolescents. The symptoms of ADHD include difficulty paying attention, impulsi...