NEW YORK, Oct. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The public health crisis of obesity in America continues to grow \u2013 over 100 million Americans struggle with weight-related challenges and 1 in 6 deaths nationwide are obesity related. While GLP-1 medications have become a popular solution, barriers to care such as high prices and shortages have made it difficult for many to access the care they need \u2013 including front line heroes like military members, veterans, teachers, nurses, and first line responders. Recently, experts with Hims and Hers, partnered with D S Simon Media on a nationwide satellite media tour to discuss the new initiative and the importance of providing accessible weight loss solutions for everyone.<\/p>\n
Hims\u00a0& Hers, a leader in breaking down barriers to accessible and affordable healthcare solutions, has helped millions of people get access to the convenient, high-quality care they need. With the recent addition of its weight loss category, the company is now addressing the obesity crisis head on, helping more people achieve their health and wellness goals.<\/p>\n
With the launch of their new initiative, Hims & Hers is putting our community heroes first in line, offering a <\/em>50% discount on compounded GLP-1 weight loss medications to U.S. Military members, Veterans, teachers, nurses, and first responders\u2014those who serve and protect communities every day.<\/p>\n Like most Americans, many individuals in these groups don\u2019t have access to effective weight loss care.\u00a0Through this initiative, members of these groups will be able to access compounded GLP-1s for as low as $99 a month\u00a0\u2013 a fraction of the price of similar offerings around the healthcare industry.\u00a0The initiative will make a lasting impact in communities throughout America and will help more people access the life-changing weight loss care they\u2019ve been looking for.<\/p>\n In addition to providing access to medications,\u00a0Hims & Hers knows that the most effective care requires comprehensive, customizable treatment plans\u00a0that address other underlying factors that affect people\u2019s weight \u2013 including nutrition, behavior, and movement. That\u2019s why Hims & Hers\u2019 weight loss program takes a holistic approach to managing weight, creating individual treatment plans personalized by licensed healthcare providers on the Hims & Hers platform catered to each individual\u2019s specific needs.<\/p>\n For more information, visit hims.com<\/a> or forhers.com<\/a><\/p>\n About Mihir Gandhi<\/u><\/strong> About Dr. Jessica Yu,\u00a0Ph.D<\/u><\/strong> About D S Simon Media<\/u><\/strong> Dante Muccigrosso
Mihir Gandhi\u00a0serves as SVP of Telemedicine and Customer Experience for\u00a0Hims\u00a0& Hers, overseeing the company\u2019s growth, leading teams focused on improving operational efficiencies and enhancing the\u00a0Hims\u00a0& Hers customer experience across its categories. Mihir has extensive experience working in innovation-minded companies like\u00a0Munchery, Lyft, and, most recently, eightfold.ai.<\/p>\n
Dr. Jessica Yu,\u00a0Ph.D\u00a0is the Senior Director of Patient Experience at\u00a0Hims\u00a0& Hers and a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience in the mental and behavioral health field helping weight loss patients navigate the psychological aspects of their weight loss journey.\u00a0Dr. Yu has a personal connection to the Service Appreciation Discount Initiative \u2013 prior\u00a0to\u00a0Hims\u00a0& Hers, she completed her psychology internship and fellowship through the\u00a0Veterans Affairs<\/a>\u00a0Palo Alto Healthcare System. She has also served in various clinical, research and leadership roles at several digital care companies and co-authored numerous scientific, peer-reviewed publications.<\/p>\n
The firm is well known as a leader in the satellite media tour industry and produces tours from its studio and multiple control rooms at its New York headquarters. Clients include top brands in healthcare, technology, travel, financial services, consumer goods, entertainment, retail and non-profits. Established in 1986 the firm has won more than 100 industry awards.<\/p>\n
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