Sep 3, 2019 | Heart, MedBen WellLiving, Preventive Care, Research, Stroke, Wellness
A recent study shows that women are less likely than men to take statins, a medication commonly used to lower cholesterol, which reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke. The study states that “Women and men had different beliefs about the role of statins… Women...Jul 25, 2019 | Aspirin, Heart, MedBen WellLiving, Preventive Care, Primary Care
“An aspirin a day keeps the doctor away” is not one-size-fits-all advice. In fact, a new Harvard study reveals that only people with history of heart disease, prior history of heart attack, or certain groups of healthy people between the ages of 40 to 70 should take a...Jul 12, 2019 | Dental, Heart, MedBen PreceDent, Preventive Care
Nearly 20 percent of adults aged 65 or older have lost all their teeth. And even though the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) states that they believe the number of those with tooth loss will decrease over the years (thanks to fluoride infused public water systems and...Jun 1, 2019 | Heart, MedBen WellLiving, Preventive Care, Primary Care, Wellness
Coronary artery disease kills over 370,000 Americans every year, so it’s not surprising that many individuals have a family history of the disease… and it’s one reason why MedBen WellLiving promotes the importance of preventive care. “You are at increased risk if you...May 16, 2019 | Cancer, Cholesterol, Diabetes, Heart, Hypertension, MedBen WellLiving, Preventive Care, Primary Care, Wellness
16According to a recent study, people who eat between 25 and 29 grams of fiber per day reduce their risk of developing heart disease, diabetes and colon cancer by 15-30%. “Americans are getting, on average, about 12 and a half grams of fiber each day, which isn’t...May 15, 2019 | Heart, MedBen Employees, MedBen WellLiving, Preventive Care, Wellness
For the fourth consecutive year, MedBen was well-represented at the Licking County (OH) HeartChase, sponsored by the American Heart Association (AHA). On May 4, area organizations met in the Newark town square to promote healthy hearts, raise funds to combat heart...