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

Edge Family Medicine

Taking Control of Your Health with Chronic Disease Management Chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and COPD can be challenging, but at Edge Family Medicine , we specialize in helping patients regain control of their health. Why Choose Edge Family Medicine?

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Unleashing the Potential of Primary Care Nurses in Chronic Pain Management: A Delphi Study on Priority Activities [Health care services, delivery, and financing]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Chronic pain stands as a leading cause of disability globally, with patients often reporting inadequate access to primary care. Relevant primary care nursing activities for CP management remain poorly defined, limiting the full utilization of nurses' competencies and expertise in chronic disease management.

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Learning from primary care in Canada and Europe

The Health Policy Exchange

The study found that countries with more robust primary care had lower hospitalization rates and less socioeconomic inequality in self-rated health, in addition to better chronic disease outcomes.

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An Open Letter to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. On Why Integrated Care Should Be a Cornerstone of the HHS Agenda

Integrated Care News by CFHA

Dear Mr. Kennedy, First, thank you for bringing urgency and passion to the nation’s conversation on health and the chronic disease epidemic. It provides immediate, non-stigmatized behavioral health support at the point of medical care, often in the same visit.

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A Call for Engagement Outside of the Exam Room

Physician's Weekly

Physicians may participate in more traditional community engagement venues such as community health fairs or organizing screenings, providing educational workshops on nutrition exercise and disease prevention or helping facilitate small group chronic disease management.

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Reframing conceptualizations of opioid use disorder treatment in primary care [Economic or policy analysis]

Annals of Family Medicine

RESULTS: Primary care was identified to be an ideal setting for OUD care due to its potential as the first point of contact in the health system; the opportunity to offer other health and social services to people with OUD; and the ability to coordinate with other care providers (e.g.

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3 Tips for Finding a Great Family Doctor

Hitchcock Family Medicine

A family doctor is often your main healthcare provider tasked with everything from routine check-ups to chronic disease management. Word-of-mouth referrals can provide valuable insights into a doctor's practice, professionalism, and bedside manner.