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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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Population Health is a Global Issue
Posted on April 14, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in WellnessThis year, the United Nations is changing its focus from the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) our globe has been working on to the new Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), confirming the fact that population health is a global issue. This shift will move us from being focused on certain diseases for specific groups of people to […]
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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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The Essential Role of the Healthcare Consumer [White Paper]
Posted on March 21, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in UncategorizedThe role of the healthcare consumer has never been so important as it is now. With the changes taking place in the healthcare industry, maintaining the health of populations is at the forefront. With the fact that people are living longer lives, it’s essential that each person take an active role in their health so […]
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New Study Confirms We Are What We Eat
Posted on March 16, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Genomics, NutritionA recent study published in Nature Microbiology and led by Dr. Markus Ralser from the University of Cambridge and the Francis Crick Institute in London has confirmed the saying, “we are what we eat.” This confirmation comes out of the finding that our genetic makeup and our metabolism are interrelated. The study revealed that our […]
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What is Your Role in Your Health?
Posted on March 8, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in Participate, Prevent, WellnessGone are the days when “doctor knows best.” These days, it is essential that we all play an active role in our health and wellness. Why? We’ve come to realize that health and wellness only exists when we are caring for ourselves and taking steps everyday to ensure our bodies have what they need to […]
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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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Our New Dietary Guidelines Seem Promising
Posted on February 16, 2016 by CarpeVITA Admin in NutritionOn January 7, 2016, the Health and Human Services department (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, with the goal being to help Americans reduce obesity and chronic disease by encouraging them to improve how they eat. The recommendations for the new dietary guidelines rely on evidence-based […]
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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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