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KNOW YOUR NUMBERS BEFORE SYMPTOMS START

Many serious health problems begin quietly.

High blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes risk, and weight-related health concerns can develop long before you feel anything is wrong.

That is why knowing your numbers matters.

In this clip, Dr. Anita Kurian, Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health Director, explains that key health measurements such as blood pressure, cholesterol, blood glucose, HbA1c, and weight can help identify disease risk before symptoms appear.

In plain English:

Blood pressure and cholesterol help tell the story of your heart health.

Blood glucose and HbA1c help show what is happening with your blood sugar and diabetes risk.

Weight can be one important part of understanding overall metabolic health.

Her message is simple:

You cannot manage what you do not measure.

Men, this is not about fear. It is about not getting blindsided.

Schedule the checkup. Ask for your numbers. Write them down. Track them over time. Talk with your healthcare provider about what they mean based on your age, family history, and personal risk.

Feeling fine does not always mean everything is fine.

Start with one step.

Dr. Anita Kurian is the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health Director, bringing decades of urban health experience to the Coastal Bend.

Learn more about the Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District and available services:
https://www.corpuschristitx.gov/department-directory/health-district/

Educational only. Not medical advice. Please talk with your healthcare provider about your personal health risks and screening needs.