A Health Blessing in Disguise
Thankful for a health diagnosis
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4 min readJan 17, 2021
About 20 years ago, my physician diagnosed me with hypertension, or high blood pressure. While taking blood pressure medication is not fun, I am grateful. I appreciate that this diagnosis forced me to be aware of my health and wellness. As an African American male, I am at a higher risk for a “witches’ brew” of various ailments.