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Medicare is taking a proactive step towards addressing the complex link between obesity and heart disease by considering coverage for Wegovy. This FDA-approved treatment offers promising results in weight management and improving cardiovascular health. Integrating #WegovyIntoMedicare could significantly enhance long-term outcomes for millions of beneficiaries. #MedicareCoverage #HealthcareInnovation #ChronicDiseaseManagement Link :- https://lnkd.in/dJZSGArS

June is National Men's Health Month. Men’s cardiovascular health is one of the most important aspects of their overall health and well-being. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), cardiac disease causes one out of every four male deaths each year. Millions more have or are at risk of developing heart disease. In addition to death, heart conditions can cause serious complications and reduce your quality of life. Some risk factors that particularly affect men include: - Low testosterone - Erectile dysfunction - Stress - Hypertension - Obesity - Physical inactivity - Excessive alcohol use - Family history #NationalMensHealthMonth #MensHealth #HeartHealth #HeartHealthy #ErectileDysfunction #cardiologist #Cardiovascular #CardiovascularHealth #cardiologisthouston #houstontx

"If targets aren't your thing, making sure you regularly undertake at least some moderate or vigorous activity will also be beneficial." are the words of the #NIHRLeicesterBRC's Professor Tom Yates who features in today's 🗞️@DailyMailUK article on 10,000 steps..🚶♂️🚶♂️ https://lnkd.in/e6BnzSBr Professor Yates is the Co-Lead for our Lifestyle Theme, which aims to prevent, manage, and treat chronic illness like type 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart disease by identifying tailored packages of support for each person. This might include what we eat, how we move, how we sleep and what medicines we take, recognising that no two people are the same and different groups of people may respond differently to the same treatments.

2 Tips to help you slow down your AGEING process Many age-related diseases, such as heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and diabetes, become more prevalent as people age. Slowing down the aging process can reduce the risk and delay the onset of these diseases, potentially preventing or mitigating their impact. Aging often leads to a gradual decline in physical health. Muscle mass decreases, bones may become weaker, and joints can become stiffer, making it more challenging to perform everyday activities and increasing the risk of falls and injuries. All you have to do is these two things which i talk about in the video “consistently” #ageing #skincare #health

May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month! Did you know that remote patient monitoring is clinically proven to improve blood pressure? It's also a great way to improve outcomes for patients experiencing cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, and other chronic health conditions. Together, we can make a difference! #hypertension #highbloodpressuremonth #remotepatientmonitoring #RPM #ABetterWaytoCare

🎬 Explore the human side of healthcare with Mediflix's new three-part documentary series, "Heartfelt." Dive into the patient experience surrounding obesity and weight management. Find insights that truly resonate. Don't miss this exclusive series on MediFlix!

Midlife women between 40 and 60 years of age are at increased risk of weight gain, some gaining an average of 1.5 lbs per year. Preventing obesity reduces risk of chronic health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes mellitus, arthritis, and certain cancers. Read more in this article from Women’s Preventive Services Initiative (WPSI) https://lnkd.in/eax6rZJH #womenshealth #whnp #whnpstudent #dnp #aprn

Shortness of breath — known medically as dyspnea — is often described as an intense tightening in the chest, air hunger, difficulty breathing, breathlessness or a feeling of suffocation.Dyspnea can be a result of lung, heart, vascular, neuromuscular and metabolic disease. Because shortness of breath can be a result of several different medical conditions, it can be difficult to discover the accurate cause(s).Underlying lung diseases (COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease) Heart disease (high blood pressure, diabetes, congestive heart failure [CHF]) Severe obesity. Continued exposure to asthma triggers, such as cat dander or ragweed. #snsinstitutions #snsdesignthinkers #snsdesignthinking

November is National Diabetes Month. Diabetes occurs when your blood glucose is too high. It can damage the eyes, kidneys, nerves, and heart and is linked to some types of cancer. This video discusses how you can help prevent diabetes health problems. https://lnkd.in/g879YaBu

Obesity and being overweight can increase the risk for many health conditions, including unhealthy inflammatory response, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and certain cancers. For these reasons it is essential to know your BMI and work towards maintaining a healthy weight for overall health and well-being. Talk to your healthcare provider about any concerns or questions about your BMI and the steps you can take to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Also - consider taking the SNiP DNA test to learn more about your genetic vulnerabilities pertaining to healthy BMI and what you can do to support your body’s optimal wellness! #weightmanagement #BMI #biohacking #healthyliving