...changing your entire way that you eat is like, man It's hard...When you know it's good for your health, you should do it.

November 11, 2025 | 00m 00s

Having been dealing with severe headaches, this storyteller shares their experience managing high blood pressure; to concerns about medication, getting support from a nutritionist, and sharing the experience amongst other family members.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:40 - 49

GENDER:Male

EDUCATION:High school graduate or GED

RACE/ETHNICITY:Black, African American, African, or Afro-Caribbean

LOCATION (ZIP Code 1st digit):6xxxx

PERSPECTIVE:Patient

STORY TYPE

BODY PART(S):Blood, Heart and Circulation; Bones, Joints and Muscles; Digestive System; Immune System; Lungs and Breathing

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:High Blood Pressure; Obesity; Having multiple health conditions at the same time

TOPIC:Experiencing symptoms; Finding out a diagnosis; Being treated; Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Supporting family members who are sick; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you; Describing how easy or hard it has been for you to get the health care you need

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