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Unmasking the Silent Threat: Understanding High Blood Pressure

Posted to: Wellness Blog by Joe Nolan on Jan 18, 2024

The statistics related to high blood pressure are concerning and underscore the need for proactive measures: 1. Prevalence: High blood pressure affects millions of people worldwide, making it a global health challenge. In the United States alone, over 108 million adults have hypertension, which is nearly 1 in every 2 adults. 2. Health Implications: Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to serious health complications, including heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and more. 3. Economic Impact: The economic burden of high blood pressure is substantial, with healthcare costs, lost productivity, and related expenses estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually.

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Maintaining Heart Health: Your Guide to a Strong and Healthy Heart

Posted to: Wellness Blog by Joe Nolan on Jan 10, 2024

The statistics related to heart health are concerning, emphasizing the need for proactive measures: Heart Disease Prevalence: Heart disease remains a significant health challenge. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), over 121 million Americans have some form of cardiovascular disease.  1 of every 3 Americans! Mortality Rates: Heart disease is the leading cause of death globally, accounting for over 17 million deaths annually, as reported by the World Health Organization (WHO).  Over 800,000 americans suffer heart attacks each year. Over 75% of American's 60 or older have heart disease.  Economic Impact: The economic burden of heart disease is substantial, with healthcare costs, lost productivity, and related expenses estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars annually.

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Managing and Preventing Type 2 Diabetes: Your Path to Better Blood Sugar Control

Posted to: Wellness Blog by Joe Nolan on Jan 3, 2024

Type 2 Diabetes: A Growing Health Concern with Alarming Statistics: When it comes to Type 2 diabetes, the statistics are indeed concerning. In the United States, more than 34 million people have diabetes, according to data provided by the American Diabetes Association. Shockingly, approximately 90-95% of them have Type 2 diabetes, making it a significant and growing health concern, and the annual cost is estimated at over $300 billion!

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Tackling Obesity: Your Path to a Healthier Weight

Posted to: Wellness Blog by Joe Nolan on Dec 27, 2023

When it comes to the prevalence of obesity and related health issues, the statistics are eye-opening. In the United States, 2 of every 3 American adults are either overweight or obese, according to data provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) through the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). Almost 42% of adults fall into the category of obesity, reflecting a concerning trend, and almost triple from just 50 years ago.

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