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Legislative Updates From the 119th Congress: In-Home Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (S.248 and H.R.783)

Over the last few years, Pritikin has tirelessly advocated for federal legislation which would establish permanent reimbursement for at-home cardiac rehabilitation.  The future of virtual cardiac rehabilitation has seemed uncertain, but that may soon change: two bipartisan bills recently introduced in the House and Senate have renewed our optimism in the future of virtual cardiac rehab.  These bills would greatly expand access to cardiac rehabilitation, allowing patients to receive at-home cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation services under Medicare.

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Summer Cookouts: a Celebration or Calamity

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Decrypting Bioengineered Food

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4 Ways to Celebrate American Heart Month

When you think of February, what is the first thing that comes to mind?

New Year’s Resolutions: Be Kind To Yourself

Are you a New Year’s Resolution kind of person?