North American Community Hub Statistics
The fast growing market for obesity treatments entered a new phase after telehealth provider Hims and Hers Health announced a compounded version of the newly introduced Wegovy pill at a significantly lower price. The move quickly caught investor attention and added fresh tension to an already competitive pharmaceutical space where demand for semaglutide based treatments … Read more
In the United States, over 85% of seniors aged 65 and older live with at least one chronic condition, and more than half manage two or more. These conditions—ranging from cardiovascular disease and diabetes to arthritis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)—significantly impact seniors’ quality of life, independence, and longevity. In 2022 alone, chronic respiratory … Read more
The leading causes of death in the United States changed so sharply during the 20th century that the 1900 ranking barely resembles the one from 1998. Pneumonia and influenza, tuberculosis and diarrheal disease dominated the beginning of the century. By the end, heart disease and cancer accounted for the largest share of deaths. Several forces … Read more
The state of Missouri faces significant health challenges, reflected in its mortality rates. In recent years, causes of mortality in Missouri have contributed to the leading causes of death, impacting the overall life expectancy. These conditions, along with unintentional injuries, chronic lung disease, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, kidney disease, and respiratory infections, paint a comprehensive … Read more
Cardiovascular disease rarely develops because of one single cause. The risk builds through a combination of medical conditions, daily habits, age, family history and the environment in which a person lives. High blood pressure, high cholesterol and smoking are among the biggest risk factors. Diabetes, obesity, physical inactivity, poor diet and excessive alcohol use can … Read more