Vida Health’s Post

Diabetes and obesity are complex diseases that require targeted treatment. When left unchecked, they cost billions downstream. That’s why at Vida Health we take a personalized, step therapy approach from the start. See our comprehensive approach to obesity: #obesity #steptherapy #diabetes

Diabetes and obesity are complex diseases that require targeted treatment. When left unchecked, they cost billions downstream. That’s why we take a personalized, step therapy approach from the start. See our comprehensive approach to obesity. #diabetes #obesity

Obesity is undoubtedly a chronic and recurrent multifactorial disease that requires a comprehensive therapeutic approach. People living with obesity need comprehensive care based on understanding their individual problems and the causes leading to overweight and the development of obesity. The proposed therapy must be accompanied by a professional trained in obesity management. This requires a paradigm shift: from weight loss to managing the root causes of weight gain, in order to prevent relapses and avoid physical, mental and social complications.

Vault Bioventures spotlights the vital link between obesity and diabetes on this 22nd day of National Diabetes Awareness Month. Obesity is a key factor in over half of new diabetes cases each year. Recognizing and treating obesity as a chronic disease is essential in diabetes prevention and management. Key Insights - - A majority of those with type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese. - Effective obesity management can delay or prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes and is beneficial in treating it. - Modest weight loss can significantly improve glycemic control in type 2 diabetes. ADA’s Role - - The ADA's Standards of Care in Diabetes—2023 highlights the importance of obesity management in diabetes care. - ADA-funded research is exploring new treatment targets and interventions for effective weight management. Addressing obesity is a crucial step towards reducing diabetes risk. For more information, click the link. #DiabetesPrevention #ObesityAndDiabetes #HealthAwareness #nationaldiabetesawarenessmonth

Diabetes and obesity are complex diseases that require targeted treatment. When left unchecked, they cost billions downstream. That’s why we take a personalized, human-led approach from the start. See our comprehensive approach to obesity here. #diabetes #obesity

How do people feel about their #obesity care when they have other chronic diseases? Check out our most recent publication in Obesity Pillars, asking over 2500 people with obesity to answer this question... Heres a sneak peek of the data: 1. 📊 26.4% reported a diagnosis of obesity, yet just 9.2% received medically supervised treatment. 2. 🩺 55% believe obesity complicates other chronic diseases, with 39% stating their conditions worsened due to obesity. 3. 🤔 Although 54% recognize obesity as a chronic disease, a staggering 78% feel it's solely their responsibility to manage it. Only 33% found success with treatments. (just a reflection of internalized bias IMO) Congrats Obesity Canada – Obésité Canada Ian Patton Ximena Ramos Salas Sanjeev Sockalingam Brad H. and the whole team on putting this together! #ObesityAwareness #Healthcare #ChronicDiseaseManagement

A good article by Katherine Saunders, MD about obesity touching many lives, the many co-morbidities associated with the chronic disease and the challenges faced by family doctors aka GPs or PCPs (Primary Care Providers) when prescribing obesity treatment. Courtesy to Medika Life. Please read and share. #obesity #weightloss #weightmanagement #GLP1 #Ozempic #Wegovy https://lnkd.in/g3Jt2xx6

In the past year, there’s been a surge of discussions about GLP-1s, an important topic considering America’s escalating obesity epidemic. These groundbreaking treatments offer hope in managing this chronic condition, but their high costs and the overwhelming amount of news and research can be challenging to navigate. Join Vida for a webinar on January 31st at noon CT, titled ‘5 Myths of Obesity Management: Separating Truth from Hype.’ This session will demystify GLP-1s and other anti-obesity medications, and provide you with actionable strategies to address obesity effectively before the associated costs become unmanageable. https://lnkd.in/gEHCbHJ3

Adding "O" for Obesity to ABCDES in Diabetes Management: Focusing on Upstream Approaches! In diabetes management, the traditional ABCDES framework has long been a cornerstone. It’s time to introduce a critical component: “O” for “Obesity.” Addressing obesity early and effectively is key to preventing diabetes and managing its progression, shifting towards upstream approaches that tackle the root causes. Why Focus on Obesity? Obesity is a major risk factor for type 2 diabetes. By targeting obesity, we can significantly reduce the incidence and severity of diabetes. Early intervention in obesity management can lead to better long-term health outcomes and reduce the burden on healthcare systems. Ania Jastreboff, MD, PhD #ADASciSessions #ADA2024

One in four Canadians aged 18 and older have obesity. It is a chronic and complex disease that occurs when a person’s body weight is above what is considered normal for their height. Although the disease is prevalent in Canada, proper care for these individuals is significantly lacking. Here’s how you can manage an obesity diagnosis. https://lnkd.in/g6fsvQvA #obesityawareness #healthyliving #weightmanagement #obesitysupport #obesity Obesity Matters Obesity Canada – Obésité Canada