{"id":1297,"date":"2024-11-08T20:20:39","date_gmt":"2024-11-08T20:20:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/?p=1297"},"modified":"2024-11-10T14:55:49","modified_gmt":"2024-11-10T14:55:49","slug":"public-workers-union-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/public-workers-union-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"B12 and the Body. Save Your &#8211; Self"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"About the B12 Importance, Summary Video\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/i40LN2EpY_s?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>Thank you for sharing the CG United newsletter. It indeed provides valuable insights into maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Below, I&#8217;ve drafted a list of questions focused on the article discussing vitamin B12 from the newsletter, particularly concerning the policies of the Insurance and the Public Workers&#8217; Union (PWU) on this issue:<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1024x675.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1024x675.png 1024w, https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-600x395.png 600w, https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-768x506.png 768w, https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1536x1012.png 1536w, https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-500x330.png 500w, https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-800x527.png 800w, https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image-1280x844.png 1280w, https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image.png 1845w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Questions Regarding B12 and Health Policy<\/h3><ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Policy Coverage<\/strong>: How does the current insurance policy cover the testing and treatment of B12 deficiency? Are there specific conditions or symptoms that must be documented for coverage?<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>PWU Advocacy<\/strong>: What specific actions is the Public Workers&#8217; Union taking to ensure that its members are educated about the risks and symptoms of B12 deficiency?<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Preventive Measures<\/strong>: Are preventive measures, such as regular screenings for B12 levels, included in the health benefits for PWU members, especially for those at higher risk (e.g., vegetarians, older adults)?<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Treatment Options<\/strong>: What treatment options for B12 deficiency are covered under the insurance policy? Are both oral supplements and injections included?<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Employee Education<\/strong>: Does the union provide resources or workshops on nutritional education that include information about B12 and its importance to overall health?<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Support for Dietary Choices<\/strong>: Given that certain dietary choices (like vegetarianism or veganism) increase the risk of B12 deficiency, does the insurance policy offer consultations with nutritionists?<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Reimbursement Policies<\/strong>: What is the process for getting reimbursements for B12 supplements or treatments under the insurance? Are receipts from pharmacies and doctors&#8217; notes sufficient?<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Monitoring and Follow-Up<\/strong>: What protocols are in place for monitoring the B12 levels of individuals diagnosed with deficiency? How frequently are follow-up tests recommended?<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Integration with Other Health Services<\/strong>: How is information about B12 deficiency integrated into the broader health monitoring and disease prevention programs covered by the insurance?<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Accessibility of Supplements<\/strong>: Does the insurance provide any assistance or coverage for acquiring B12-fortified foods or supplements?<\/li><\/ol><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Health Issues Associated with B12 Deficiency<\/h3><p><strong>B12 deficiency can lead to a variety of health issues, including:<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Anemia and related symptoms of fatigue and weakness<\/li>\n\n<li>Neurological changes such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet<\/li>\n\n<li>Difficulty with balance and walking<\/li>\n\n<li>Cognitive impairments like memory loss and confusion<\/li>\n\n<li>Mood disturbances, potentially exacerbating depression or anxiety<\/li>\n\n<li>Heart health implications by potentially elevating homocysteine levels, which may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease<\/li><\/ul><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Research Papers on B12 Deficiency (APA format)<\/h3><p>Here are a few research papers that discuss various aspects of B12 deficiency:<\/p><ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Smith, A. D., &amp; Refsum, H. (2016). Homocysteine, B Vitamins, and Cognitive Impairment. <em>Annual Review of Nutrition, 36<\/em>, 211-239. <a>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1146\/annurev-nutr-071715-051110<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li>O&#8217;Leary, F., &amp; Samman, S. (2010). Vitamin B12 in Health and Disease. <em>Nutrients, 2<\/em>(3), 299-316. <a>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/nu2030299<\/a><\/li>\n\n<li>Pawlak, R., Parrott, S. J., Raj, S., Cullum-Dugan, D., &amp; Lucus, D. (2013). How prevalent is vitamin B12 deficiency among vegetarians? <em>Nutrition Reviews, 71<\/em>(2), 110-117. <a>https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1111\/nure.12001<\/a><\/li><\/ol><div data-wp-interactive=\"core\/file\" class=\"wp-block-file\"><object data-wp-bind--hidden=\"!state.hasPdfPreview\" hidden class=\"wp-block-file__embed\" data=\"https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/CG-Newsletter.pdf\" type=\"application\/pdf\" style=\"width:100%;height:600px\" aria-label=\"Embed of CG Newsletter.\"><\/object><a id=\"wp-block-file--media-b8c263a0-9699-48fc-8367-6bc97f060e5c\" href=\"https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/CG-Newsletter.pdf\">CG Newsletter<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/aihealthinsight.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/CG-Newsletter.pdf\" class=\"wp-block-file__button wp-element-button\" download aria-describedby=\"wp-block-file--media-b8c263a0-9699-48fc-8367-6bc97f060e5c\">Download<\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thank you for sharing the CG United newsletter. 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