MedCity News January 14, 2022
Tiffany Avery

When we look at wellness from a holistic view and identify goals to achieve and sustain a healthy lifestyle, individuals and their communities will reap the benefits. This, in turn, will positively impact the healthcare system by reducing costs and promoting wellness in society.

The U.S. healthcare system is designed to take care of people when they get sick. According to the CDC, chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and stroke are the leading causes of death and disability in the U.S. They are also the top drivers of the nation’s $3.8 trillion annual health care costs, with 90% of these costs attributed to the treatment of chronic conditions and mental health.

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