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Optum Helps Laguna Hills Patients Learn How to Live Healthier in 2023
Health professionals provided educational classes that highlighted how fiber, footcare, and label reading, can help you healthier.
Laguna Hills residents aged 65+ came out for a special Optum patient appreciation health fair at the Laguna Hills Community Center on November 1st. Optum doctors and care teams provided health screenings such as annual wellness and blood pressure checks and helped Medicare Advantage patients set goals to live a healthier 2023 – all to help the Laguna Hills community lead stronger, healthier lives.
Health care professionals provided educational classes designed to help patients better understand their numbers and healthy ranges for blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, and body weight. Care providers stressed the importance of exercise, movement and being active. The classes highlighted how fiber, footcare, label reading, and knowing about sodium, cholesterol and healthy fats can help you live a healthier life.
More than 250 patients attended the health fair. They enjoyed meeting new friends, eating delicious healthy snacks, and door prizes.