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If you’ve tried dieting, exercise or other weight loss programs without lasting success, you are not alone. Losing even a modest amount of weight may help improve overall health and reduce the risk of obesity-related conditions. For many, weight is influenced by hormones, metabolism, and medical conditions – not just willpower. The addition of medically supervised weight management can be an important part of improving quality of life.
GLP-1 medications (medications such as Wegovy®, Zepbound® Kwikpen, and Foundayo) may help get your weight loss journey started. GLP-1 medications work with your body’s natural hormones to help you feel fuller longer, reduce hunger and cravings, and achieve sustainable weight loss when combined with lifestyle changes. It may also help improve your blood sugar control, reduce appetite and cravings, and improve overall metabolic health.
For over 40 years, AAPHC has built an organizational culture on 3 Cs – Compassionate Care, Community Connections and Continuous Improvement. These three principles guide everything we do as we strive to fulfill our mission of providing ‘quality health care to everyone’.
Chronic Disease Day is annually observed on July 10 as a national awareness and advocacy initiative dedicated to addressing the significant impact of chronic diseases in the US. The date represents a critical statistic: seven out of 10 deaths in the US are caused by chronic diseases – including heart disease, cancer and diabetes.
ALBANY, GA — AUGUST 3, 2026 — Albany Area Primary Health Care (AAPHC) joins the National Association of Community Health Centers and over 1,500 Community Health Centers (CHCs) across the country to celebrate National Health Center Week and recognize the vital role health centers play in providing affordable, effective, comprehensive primary care to more than 52 million Americans, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. This year, we celebrate how health centers use innovation to reach more patients and improve outcomes.
