Hexagon Health

17/04/2026

Did you know?

Mounjaro and Wegovy aren’t “diet drugs.” They’re GLP-1 receptor agonists - they work by mimicking a hormone your body naturally produces to regulate appetite.

But they’re not magic. Without medical oversight:
- No blood monitoring for side effects
- No cardiovascular risk checks
- No plateau support
- No exit plan
weight loss is rarely as safe, effective or sustainable.

At Hexagon Health, weight management means proper medical care alongside your medication.

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15/04/2026

Last week, John arrived, results already printed out.

Highlighted.
Flagged.
A few numbers just outside the “normal” range.

He looked at me and said,“I think something’s wrong.”

John isn’t unusual.

Some people feel empowered by numbers.

They track them.
They look for patterns.
They want to catch things early.
They want to know if what they’re doing is working.
And used well, that can be incredibly helpful.

But as we talked, it became clear that the numbers weren’t reassuring him.
They were worrying him.

Because numbers without context can do that.

A marginally abnormal result does not always mean disease.
A “normal” result does not always mean optimal.
And most lab ranges are based on population averages, not the individual sitting in front of you.

So we slowed things down.

We looked at the results together.
We talked about what actually mattered for him.
What was worth acting on.
What wasn’t.
And what needed watching over time.
Because interpretation is everything.
Not every number needs panic.
Not every result needs action.
But some do need a proper conversation.

By the end of the consultation, nothing dramatic had changed.
The numbers were the same.

But John felt different.

Clearer
Reassured
Relieved

If you are worried about your results Message me, I am happy to have a chat.

15/04/2026

What if the way you feel right now isn’t just “getting older”?

Low energy. Brain fog. Aching joints. Poor sleep. Weight gain. We’re told it’s “normal.”

But what if there’s something specific going on that a proper assessment could find?

Our Advanced Lifestyle GP Assessment includes 40+ blood biomarkers, biometrics, heart rhythm check, fitness assessment, and your personal Hexagon Status.

Stop guessing. Start knowing.

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13/04/2026

You lost the weight. Then you stopped the drug. Then the weight came back.

Sound familiar? You’re not alone. And it’s not your fault.

GLP-1 medications like Mounjaro and Wegovy work. But without lifestyle change alongside them, the results rarely stick.

That’s why at Hexagon Health, medication is just one part of the plan. We combine it with blood monitoring, GP support, and a lifestyle change plan that means results last.

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10/04/2026

Meet Dr Kate Staveley

“I became a lifestyle medicine physician because I got tired of treating symptoms. I wanted to help people before they got ill.”

Kate is one of our two directors at Hexagon Health. Based in Windsor, she specialises in weight management and preventive health.

When she’s not in clinic, you’ll find her tackling triathlons, skiing, and hiking.
We’re doctors first. But we’re people too.

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09/04/2026

This simple, 10 second test of frailty is easy at 5, 15 and even 30, but how about at 50?

My 50-year-old friend thought it sounded easy, but when she tried ...
She struggled.

She couldn’t get up from the floor without using her hands. She also had no idea this is a recognised marker of frailty. She's probably not alone.

The Sitting–Rising Test (SRT) is a simple predictor of health and longevity.
In a study of 9,000 people, those aged 46–75 with lower scores were found to be at a higher risk of premature death.

The SRT tests strength, balance, coordination, flexibility and control all at once. We need these for everyday things - picking up the post, getting out of a chair without arms.

And more than that- it’s about maintaining independence, choice and dignity.

To increase her score and lower her risks of frailty, I suggested my friend try the following:
While the kettle is boiling…
– squats
– wall press-ups
– water bottle lifts

Can you get up from the floor without using your hands? If not, I suggest you try them, too.

This simple test is a small part of the over Midlife Clarity Check-in that we offer at Hexagon Health.

So, if like my friend, you struggled with this simple test, send us a message.

08/04/2026

If this could be achieved, the impact on patient care and the nation’s health would be huge.

I didn’t learn this in medical school, or in GP training.
Coverage now is patchy. Some medical schools have extensive programmes, others almost nothing. VTS delivery depends on motivated GP trainers. It’s not a given.
I’ve developed a ready-to-deliver educational resource introducing Lifestyle Medicine — designed for medical students and GP training programmes.
It includes practical consultation tools, case-based learning, and an evidence-based framework that can be used in everyday patient contact.
It can also be adapted for the wider workforce — social prescribers, health coaches and others already supporting patients with lifestyle change.
We could be working from the same starting point. Confident in what we’re advising. Aligned with the NHS 10 year plan and its focus on prevention.

Who could deliver this in your organisation?

If you are involved in education for this group and would like to know more, please contact office@bslm.org.uk ✉️

08/04/2026

Midlife isn’t a crisis. It’s a checkpoint.

You’re hitting milestones. Career. Family. Financial security. But your body’s sending signals you didn’t expect.

Tired all the time. Sleep’s off. Weight creeping up. Concentration not what it was.

A Lifestyle GP Assessment can show you exactly what’s going on - blood tests, biometrics, heart health - and give you a plan to feel like yourself again.

This isn’t about getting old. It’s about getting ahead of it.

07/04/2026

Everyone’s selling you the injection. Who’s looking after you while you’re on it?

GLP-1 medications like Mounjaro and Wegovy can be life-changing. But a prescription from an online pharmacy with no medical oversight isn’t a weight management plan.

At Hexagon Health, obesity management starts with a proper medical assessment. Blood tests. Risk screening. A conversation with a real doctor about what’s right for you.

Because the drug is only part of the answer.

Hexagon Health is a private GP lifestyle, menopause and longevity clinic in Leicester, Windsor, Cardiff. We can manage your tiredness, weight, chronic disease, cancer and dementia prevention.

01/04/2026

Walk with a doc

What are you doing on Sunday 27th?

There’s a Walk with a Doc in Ascot.

10am. Just turn up.

We start with a short chat on a health topic. Then walk.

Flat paths. Steady pace. People at different levels.

Some come for the walking. Some for the company. Some because it feels safer not being on their own.

You don’t need to book.

If you’ve been meaning to move more but haven’t started, this is an easy place to begin.

We meet at the Pavilion Gate on Ascot High Street at 10am.

30/03/2026

When did you last smile at a stranger?

Windsor Great Park is on our doorstep.

Open space. Easy to get to. You can see the castle in the distance.

It doesn’t feel isolated. There are always people around.

After weeks of rain, it’s somewhere people start moving again.

Even a short walk there can feel like a reset.

And something else happens.

People look up. You catch someone’s eye. Sometimes you smile.

And most of the time, they smile back.

When did you last smile at a stranger?

25/03/2026

How long does it take to belong?

I’ve moved a lot in my life - 7 years in London, 5 years in Sheffield, 7 years in Bristol, 10 years in Cardiff and 2 years in Bath. I’ve now been in Windsor for 25 years, the longest I’ve lived anywhere. The place I now feel I belong and want to invest in.

Being part of Well Windsor is one way I can do that. I’m one of the advisors, working to improve children’s mental health and wellbeing in our community.

I am inspired by how much time the trustees give for Windsor’s children.

Parent Space is part of that. Created for parents and carers in Windsor. A place to share practical, evidence-based ideas that fit into everyday family life. Tools to support children’s mental health earlier.

Our first event was a full room. Martin Burder spoke about The Art of Being a Brilliant Parent and shared practical ways to build connection and resilience.

What has helped you feel connected to your community?