Victor Obi (RPh.T)

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[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

Losing weight doesn't always change how you see yourself. Some people still feel like they're living in their old body months, or even years, after major weight loss. It's a real phenomenon called "phantom fat," showing that healing the mind can take longer than changing the body. #MentalHealth

[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

Women's health is finally being seen as more than pregnancy and reproductive care. The focus is shifting toward lifelong health—addressing delayed diagnoses, closing research gaps, and making healthcare work better for women at every stage of life. It's long overdue. #WomensHealth

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Robot-assisted gallbladder surgery is becoming more common—but a new study found it was linked to more than twice the risk of serious bile duct injuries needing another operation compared with standard laparoscopic surgery in Medicare patients. Newer tech doesn't always mean lower risk. #PatientSafety

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Feeling older than your actual age might be more than “just a mood.” New research suggests it may be linked to worse sleep, more insomnia symptoms, and feeling drained during the day. Your body may be telling a story your birth certificate can’t. #SleepHealth

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📢 Not #vaccinating your child against measles puts them at serious risk! #Measles can cause severe complications or even death.

Make sure your child’s measles vaccination is up to date.

#VaccinesWork #VaccinesSaveLives

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New tick species are showing up in Canada—and they could make diagnosing tick-borne illnesses a lot harder than doctors expect. A small change with potentially big consequences. Stay alert and don't ignore unusual symptoms. 🕷️🇨🇦 #TickAwareness

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A simple wrist-worn device could change how we manage childhood asthma.

Researchers found it can detect exposure to respiratory viruses—one of the biggest triggers of asthma flare-ups in children.

The technology could help identify risks earlier and may also shed light on why some communities experience higher rates of asthma complications than others. #AsthmaAwareness

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Check your BMR @ https://t.co/Xnzo6OJLpI

[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

Ever wondered how many calories your body burns just to stay alive?

Your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) reveals the energy your body needs at rest and can help you make smarter decisions about weight loss, muscle gain, and daily nutrition.

Check your BMR with our free calculator and discover your body's baseline today. 🔥📊

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[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

After years of climbing, Parkinson’s disease death rates among Americans aged 65+ showed a decline in 2024—a rare piece of encouraging news.

But the burden remains uneven. Mortality rates were highest among men, White non-Hispanic adults, and residents of several US states.

A reminder that who you are—and where you live—can shape health outcomes. #ParkinsonsDisease

[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

GLP-1 drugs may be doing far more than helping people lose weight.

Researchers are finding that these medications appear to influence the brain's reward system, potentially reducing urges linked to smoking, gambling, compulsive shopping, and other addictive behaviors.

The future of addiction treatment may involve treating the brain—not just the habit. 🧠 #ObesityMedicine

[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

Before You Take Another PPI: 4 Surprising Facts Every Reflux Sufferer Should Know
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[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

Before You Take Another PPI: 4 Surprising Facts Every Reflux Sufferer Should Know

Most people grab PPIs for heartburn, but there’s one thing they often miss... ⚡️

More details below 🧵

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Treating stubborn HSV infections, especially in immunocompromised patients, can be one of the toughest challenges in clinical care.

This expert-led educational series breaks down the latest evidence, real-world cases, and practical strategies to help clinicians achieve better long-term viral control when standard approaches fall short. #InfectiousDiseases

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Your brain health after a stroke may be influenced long before the stroke ever happens.

A new study found that people with higher cardiovascular risk before a stroke experienced faster cognitive decline and were more likely to develop dementia afterward.

The takeaway? Protecting your heart today could help protect your memory tomorrow. 🧠❤️ #StrokeAwareness

[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

Check your BMI @ https://t.co/Xnzo6OJLpI

[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

Do you know your BMI?

It takes less than 30 seconds to find out and can give you valuable insight into whether your weight falls within a healthy range.

Check your BMI today with our free calculator and take the first step toward better health. 📊💪

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#BMI

[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

One of the biggest mysteries in biology may have just gotten an answer.

The heart is among the least cancer-prone organs in the body. Researchers now think its constant beating does more than pump blood, it may actively suppress tumor growth by switching off cancer-promoting genes.

Could the heartbeat inspire future cancer treatments? ❤️ #CancerResearch

[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

The full breakdown, all 7 mistakes and exactly how to fix each one, is here:
👉 https://t.co/HCBBXFtbTz
If you drink coffee daily and don't feel your best, check this before blaming anything else.

[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

For 3 years I had acid reflux, afternoon crashes, mystery weight gain, and broken sleep.

I blamed stress. Work. Bad luck.
Nobody told me it was my coffee habits.
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[Victor Obi (RPh.T) @obi_phx]

The problem was never the coffee.
It was 7 specific habits hiding inside my routine, quietly damaging my gut, sleep, and metabolism.
Most people don't know they're making them.
I was making at least 4 before breakfast.