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How to Manage Chronic Diseases for a Healthier Life: Expert Tips from Edge Family Medicine

Edge Family Medicine

We offer expert care and personalized treatment plans for the Upland, Rancho Cucamonga, and Montclair communities. Common chronic diseases include diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and gastrointestinal issues. Stay Physically Active Engaging in regular physical activity can help manage symptoms and improve overall well-being.

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You don’t need X-Rays in a child with bronchiolitis, croup, asthma, or first time wheezing

PEMBlog

Many of the children you will evaluate during your shift are among the estimated 10 million United States (US) ED visits made by children with asthma, bronchiolitis, and croup, the most common pediatric respiratory conditions presenting to acute care settings. However, the impact of such resources has not yet been deeply explored.

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PEMPix 2024 Online Case #2: Flight of Passage

PEMBlog

He had easy work of breathing, and physical exam was only notable for decreased breath sounds over the left lower lobe. Resolution of symptoms in patients with community-acquired pneumonia treated on an ambulatory basis. Time course of symptom resolution in patients with community-acquired pneumonia. mg/dL, normal <0.1

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Scope This! A Podcast on Gastroesophageal Reflux and Gastritis

PEMBlog

Children with respiratory conditions and chronic lung disease like asthma are more prone to GERD as well. And some other symptoms that you gotta think about in reflux, chronic cough, hoarseness, or even asthma like symptoms. Again, otherwise the diagnosis is based on history and physical examination.

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Q&A: Experts Urge Pediatric Advocacy Amid Worsening Climate Hazards

Physician's Weekly

As climate change increases in certain pediatric illnesses like asthma, pediatricians have a role in caring for children, especially in vulnerable communities. The commentary that accompanied a retrospective cohort study of increased post-EWE asthma among children. How are children in vulnerable communities at greater risk?

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Telemedicine vs. In-Person Care: Choosing the Best Option for Your Health

Edge Family Medicine

When to Choose Telemedicine Routine follow-ups for chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or asthma. When to Visit in Person Annual physical exams & vaccinations. Convenient location in Upland, CA , serving nearby communities. Mild illnesses such as colds, rashes, or minor infections. Need to schedule a visit?

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NIH to Fund $10M in Long-Term Health Studies After Ohio Train Disaster

Physician's Weekly

Residents of East Palestine, Ohio, where the derailment occurred, have pressed the government to do more to answer questions about the mental and physical health effects of the disaster — from post-traumatic stress to cancer. Allison also praised the decision to involve the community in shaping the research.