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Coach McLungsSM, Facilitating Shared Decision Making for Asthma - Patients and Caregivers Perspectives [Health care informatics]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Asthma is a prevalent chronic disease that is difficult to manage and associated with marked disparities in outcomes. SDM involves a collaborative process between patients and providers to make informed healthcare choices. Setting: 21 primary care practices within Atrium Health, a large integrated healthcare system.

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A Guide to Allergy Testing

Mesa Family Physician

You might consider testing if you experience: Sneezing and congestion Chronic cough or asthma Itchy or watery eyes Hives or rashes Digestive discomfort Frequent sinus infections Reactions to unknown substances These seven allergy symptoms are common signs your body might be reacting to allergens.

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A Closer Look - EMR Review of Coach McLungsSM; Is Shared Decision Making Taking Place? [Health care informatics]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Asthma is a prevalent chronic disease that is difficult to manage. Studies have shown that effective communication between the patient and provider, or shared decision making (SDM), is associated with improved outcomes for asthma patients. 002; OR [95%CI] 2.43 [1.356, 4.356]).

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Cough Monitoring Solutions: The Current Digital Health Landscape

The Medical Futurist

In fact, cough accounts for one in five reasons we seek assistance from a healthcare provider. If we’ve been managing without such a metric so far, then is there any reason to invest further in this? For example, those with conditions like COPD and asthma could glean insights into whether they are about to experience a flare-up.

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Are you on track with your sustainability goals?

My Green Doctor

Healthcare professionals are uniquely positioned to lead on climate—and their patients are listening. From rising asthma rates to heat-related illnesses, climate change is already harming the most vulnerable among us. It’s time to make environmental sustainability part of every healthcare conversation.

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Green Practice News: April 2025

My Green Doctor

Heather Massey, Sustainability Programs Manager hmassey@mygreendoctor.org (469) 877-4608 Make the Pledge Today! It tells your office colleagues and patients that your healthcare practice or clinic is committed to forging a healthier work space and community. The healthcare sector contributes 8.5% Contact us today! of total U.S.

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Tips To Get Rid of Your Cough

Doctor On Demand

Over the counter remedies Over-the-counter remedies can be helpful for managing cough symptoms. However, if your cough lasts more than a few weeks or is accompanied by fever, wheezing, or difficulty breathing, it’s important to consult a healthcare provider. Home remedies Home remedies can also help soothe a nagging cough.

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