Category Archives: Prevent
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How to Reduce the Risk of Breast Cancer
Posted on August 25, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Prevent, Women's HealthAccording to cancer.gov, breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer in American women (skin cancer is the first), and it is the second cause of cancer death in American women (lung cancer is the first). It’s no wonder so many women are wondering how to reduce the risk of breast cancer. By […]
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White Paper: Defining the 4 Ps For Better Health Outcomes
Posted on June 8, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in P4 Health, Participate, Personalize, Predict, PreventThe CV4P™ approach outlines the 4 keys to health, which each start with the letter “P.” When the four keys of Prediction, Prevention, Personalization and Participation exist, healthcare competency is elevated, healthcare costs come down, and our healthcare system moves from reactive to preventive. Learn more about the the 4 P’s by downloading our new […]
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What You Can Predict, You Can Prevent [White Paper]
Posted on May 25, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in P4 Health, Predict, Prevent, WellnessUntil we know how to predict what we need to prevent, it’s all just a guessing game. That’s why the key to prevention is prediction. When you can predict your risk factors for certain diseases, you know what you need to work on, and then you can work together with your healthcare provider(s) to develop […]
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9 Creative Ways to Stay Active Throughout the Day
Posted on May 4, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Prevent, WellnessStaying active throughout the day isn’t easy for most of us because we tend to lead sedentary lifestyles these days. We sit behind a desk all day and then we come home and watch TV. For many of us, even considering being more active seems impossible. Before we get to some creative ways to stay […]
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The Key to Prevention is Prediction
Posted on April 19, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Predict, Prevent, WellnessThese days, prevention is the true key to health because we have an increased life expectancy and we want those extra years to be enjoyable, while at the same time, we lead a more sedentary lifestyle and eat less healthy foods than people did one hundred years ago. But it’s hard to know what prevention […]
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Who is Responsible for Prevention?
Posted on April 8, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Prevent, WellnessThere is much talk about prevention these days, leading us to the question, “Who is responsible for prevention?” This article looks at prevention from many different perspectives to answer that very question. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” ~Benjamin Franklin The Discerning Facts According to the CDC… “Seven out of 10 […]
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How Important is a Care Plan?
Posted on March 4, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Genomics, Participate, Personalize, Predict, Prevent, WellnessHow important is a care plan? A care plan is essential. It lays out the plan of action a person needs to take in partnership with their care provider(s) to be able to achieve the outcomes they want for their health and wellness. Effective care plans help patients lead independent lives, have a higher quality […]
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How Bad is the Chronic Disease Crisis?
Posted on February 22, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Men's Health, Prevent, Senior Health, Women's HealthWe hear a lot about it, but many people wonder how bad is the chronic disease crisis really? Should we be concerned? What role do we play in this crisis and how can we prevent it from affecting us? Let’s look at some statistics and facts. Just How Bad is the Chronic Disease Crisis? In […]
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Harvard Study: Mind-Body Interventions Reduce Healthcare Utilization by 43%
Posted on February 9, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Participate, Prevent, WellnessA recent study conducted by Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital Benson-Henry Institute demonstrated that mind-body interventions such as meditation, yoga and prayer can reduce the need for healthcare services by up to 43%. About the Study & Its Findings Specifically, the Relaxation Response Resiliency Program (3RP) was used on a large and diverse cohort of patients […]
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Where Do We Stand With Obesity?
Posted on February 4, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Nutrition, Prevent, WellnessWondering where do we stand with obesity? Following is a brief history of the obesity epidemic, as well as insights into where we are headed with this issue. In 1990, 15% of the adult population in America was considered obese.[1] By 2000, the number of adults with excess weight surpassed the number of underweight adults […]
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