02/28/2026
❤️ February is Heart Month – don’t let the end of it stop you from Protecting Your Heart ❤️
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States — but many risk factors are preventable and treatable.
While we don’t treat emergent conditions, such as a heart attack, our experienced providers can help with prevention, weight management support, blood pressure checks, and evaluation of chest discomfort.
We also offer weight management with GLP-1 medications.
How Do GLP-1 Medications Help the Heart?
GLP-1 receptor agonists (such as semaglutide) were originally developed for diabetes management — but large clinical trials have shown important heart benefits.
🔬 Reduced risk of major cardiovascular events
Multiple large trials (including LEADER, SUSTAIN-6, and SELECT) showed GLP-1 medications reduce the risk of:
• Heart attack
• Stroke
• Cardiovascular death
🔬 Weight reduction
Excess weight increases strain on the heart. GLP-1 medications help reduce body weight, which improves blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and overall cardiac risk.
🔬 Improved blood sugar control
Better glucose control lowers long-term vascular damage.
🔬 Lower inflammation & improved vascular function
Emerging evidence suggests GLP-1 medications may improve endothelial (blood vessel) function and reduce inflammatory markers associated with atherosclerosis.
In 2023, the SELECT trial demonstrated that semaglutide reduced major adverse cardiovascular events in adults with overweight or obesity and established cardiovascular disease — even without diabetes.
Your heart health is worth prioritizing.
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609 Brashear Ave., Morgan City, LA 70380
Nearby landmarks: Spirit of Morgan City Shrimp Boat, Pool Do’s, Danny’s Fried Chicken
985-300-6123
Rapid Response Urgent Care Services in Morgan City Louisiana in St. Mary Parish. Located at 609 Brashear Ave, next to CORE Physical Therapy. Providing in-person care.