Medical Minute W/ The UNLV School of Nursing | Chronic Stress

A brief description of chronic stress, its long-term effects on the body, and coping methods.

What is Medical Minute W/ The UNLV School of Nursing ?

A series of small snapshots of healthcare advise from the professors and practitioners at the UNLV School of Nursing.

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Here's today's Medical Minute from the School of Nursing at the University of Nevada, Los Angeles. Social distancing is considered our new normal lifestyle in the COVID-19 pandemic. We are not only physically separated from others, but we are also emotionally separated. This puts new stressors on our bodies. Everyone experiences stress from time to time and not all stress is bad. However, chronic stress is harmful.

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While stress can alert you to danger, too much stress can cause damage to your cardiovascular and immune systems. Long-term exposure to stress may lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, and mental health disorders, just to name a few. Coping with stress can be challenging, but there are ways to manage it. A relaxing activity, get regular exercises just 30 minutes a day, which can help boost your mood and improve your health. Stay connected with family and friends virtually. But most importantly, if you are overwhelmed by stress, ask for help from a health professional. Today's Medical Minute comes from the School of Nursing at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

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