Good NEWS—Weight loss drug Ozempic -called Wegovy in Canada -can reduce heart attacks and cardiovascular disease by as much as 20%. Evidence that weight loss can reduce health risks. Originally approved for people with diabetes, the drug’s off-label use has quickly become a popular weight loss drug. Listen here for more info on Ozempic/Wegovy in…
According to the US National Institute of Health study on Drug Use/Abuse in the past five years.While binge drinking has generally declined among younger adults, adults 35-50 reported the highest prevalence of binge drinking in this age group. Listen here for more info on this study and healthy aging tips.
Did you know your grip can predict your overall health, strength, and risk of heart disease? As you age, the stronger the grip, the more likely to survive diseases such as cancer. After age 40, muscles tend to lose their mass. A strong grip at an older age is an indication of longevity. There are…
RSV is a contagious virus that affects the respiratory system with flu-like symptoms. If you are over 60, Immunocompromised, or have a child under 1 years old, RSV shots are available. Listen here about RSV on my weekly healthy aging tips on ZoomerRadio with Marilyn Wetston AM 740
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Asthma. Is today’s poor air quality making it harder to breathe? You may have #asthma. Smoke, smog, moulds, chemicals, pets, cold weather often triggers #asthmaattacks. If you are having difficulty breathing talk with your doc. medication can help. More of my healthy aging tips #sat #zoomeradio #marilynweston #healthyaging. #FAWP Listen Here: What is asthma? What…
The WorldHappiness.report 2023. Yes! There is a Happiness Report that ranks the happiest countries on the planet. Trust and social connectedness, well-being and state effectiveness are the key elements that make a country and its citizens happy. The Scandinavian countries come out on top. Canada is 14th. A consensus is forming that a country’s success…
New App helps you get & stay BrainFit. BrainFit is the only app of its kind to focus on optimizing brain health, with an emphasis on each of the Six Pillars of Brain Health— Exercise. Nutrition, Mental Stimulation, Social Activity, Stress Management, Sleep. Completely free. BrainFit provides users with timely and substantiated information to foster…
Global Guidelines & Recommendations Menopause is now considered to be an important gender & age equality issue. Dealing with it should be part of maintaining an inclusive work environment. Recommendations are contained in a global report released by the European Menopause & Andropause Society.