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Thank you to Neil Barsky for continuing to call attention to America's out-of-control—and preventable—diabetes epidemic. Check out his latest piece, questioning why proven nutritional approaches for weight loss and diabetes reversal (like Virta's) are still being ignored by the FDA ADA—and how this decision is harming patients.

Nowhere are health equity issues more apparent than in type 2 diabetes, obesity, and metabolic health. For those in disadvantaged communities, and for certain racial and ethnic minority groups (in particular Black, Native American, Hispanic, and Pacific Islander populations), rates of diabetes far surpass the national average. These populations are also more likely to be on medications to manage their diabetes, and to experience worse outcomes, including death or severe complications such as amputation and blindness. In one zip code in South Carolina, for example, amputation rates are nearly 40 times greater than other Deep South communities. Stunningly, on a national basis, 52-80% of patients who receive a lower-leg amputation will die within five years. This is horrifying and has to stop. We initiated an effort to more deeply understand how Virta affects patients from different backgrounds: https://lnkd.in/gkEf2whD 

We’re proud to partner with the Pro Football Retired Players Association, to help their members learn more about how to improve their health through better nutrition. To learn more, visit: https://bit.ly/3z4Sf61

Our team got together in NYC and shared delightful drinks, delicious Virtan-friendly appetizers, and most importantly cherished the opportunity to connect in person. It was truly a memorable evening filled with laughter, meaningful conversations, and strengthened bonds. A big thank you to everyone who joined us! Looking forward to the next opportunity to gather and continue building our amazing team spirit. #LifeAtVirta

Physician-led virtual care teams are crucial for addressing health equity challenges, especially for those with conditions like diabetes. Join this 30 minute webinar next Tuesday to hear clinical leaders from Virta Health and Accolade, Inc. discuss how they're working together to ensure equitable access to quality healthcare. Speakers, Frank D. Dumont and Shantanu Nundy, will delve into each organization’s strategies for addressing health equity, including: - How remote care is being used to address social determinants of health - Building diverse physician-led care teams that reflect the membership - A real-life example showcasing the positive impact of Accolade’s collaboration with Virta Register to save your spot or get the recording after the live event: https://lnkd.in/eaUHQgBG

🎙️ New Episode Alert: Virta Health Podcast, Your Life, Reset 🎙️ In our latest episode, I sit down with Wesley Braden, Digital Marketing Manager at Virta, who opens up about his personal struggles with mental health and the significant improvements he has experienced through a ketogenic diet. Wes discusses his journey with OCD and Bipolar II disorder, highlighting his challenges and breakthroughs. He provides insights into how a ketogenic diet has positively impacted his mental health and overall well-being and gives practical advice for those looking for new approaches to mental health management. Check out this episode and subscribe for more Your Life, Reset! https://lnkd.in/dssMPYNd

Rediscover your spark! Virta members are rediscovering their spark by reversing type 2 diabetes and prediabetes, and losing weight. Thank you Kevin for sharing your #RoadToReversal story with us! 💙 https://lnkd.in/ehZj64KP

Exercise CAN be supplemental to your weight loss and glucose reduction efforts, however, its impact cannot replace that of a well-formulated diet. So, what benefits might compel you to exercise?

Our newest IT Systems Administrator, Raymond Byun, shared his favorite Virtan Value. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date: https://lnkd.in/ebC_afrx #LifeAtVirta

Everyone’s talking about GLP-1s. But what do the providers writing the prescriptions think about GLP-1s for weight loss? A new survey of 300 PCPs, endocrinologists and obesity-certified specialists explores what’s really happening within the four walls of the doctors office between the patients asking for weight loss drugs and the providers trying to support them. Register to join our live webinar and get the results.