01/22/2026
A reminder this Healthy Weight Week, excess weight can lead to higher cholesterol, increased risk of diabetes, and high blood pressure, all major contributors of peripheral artery disease (PAD).
PAD is a chronic disease caused by the buildup of fatty plaque in the arteries. This results in the narrowing or blockage of the vessels that carry blood from the heart to the legs.
Even losing a small amount of weight can help improve your vascular health. Visit our website midsouthvascular.com to learn more about the risk factors.