Newnan Family Medicine Associates

JUNE 12, 2025

Life is not always easy for individuals who experience chronic diseases. Medical conditions such as asthma, hypertension, diabetes, chronic kidney diseases, and liver cirrhosis can require extensive treatment and care to prevent fatal. Long-term illness can cause patients to be irritable and exhausted.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: While hypertension is the most common chronic disease cared for during adult primary care visits, it is challenging to know which hypertensive patients have the highest risk of cardiovascular complications in the future. Variables used in the model include demographics, past medical history, ejection fraction, and lab values.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context Lifestyle Medicine (LM) is an evidence-based approach to prevention and treatment of chronic disease by addressing six pillars: physical activity, nutrition, sleep and stress management (recovery), connection, and substance use. There is limited research on implementation of LM in medically underserved communities.

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The Health Policy Exchange

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

Smartphone apps now include a variety of self-management tools for weight loss, physical activity, and chronic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes. Food and Drug Administration recently moved to regulate health apps that act as medical devices (e.g.,

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Patients with chronic medical conditions (CCs) and behavioral comorbidities have lower quality of life and increased healthcare expenses. 8% (n= 1,146) were ordered for medical condition management. Of those patients with a BH referral and a chronic condition, hypertension was the most common (n= 2,053, 51%).

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Medical Xpress

MARCH 3, 2023

Hispanic people born in the United States may be at higher risk for multiple chronic diseases than their peers born in other countries, new research suggests.

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A Country Doctor Writes

JUNE 1, 2025

Primary care doctors don’t usually have scheduled blocks of time to read incoming reports, refill prescriptions, answer messages or, what we are told the future will entail, manage their chronic disease populations. We all know that.

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Medical Xpress

MARCH 6, 2023

Researchers from the University of Calgary, the Interdisciplinary Chronic Disease Collaboration (ICDC), and social impact creative agency Emergence Creative are announcing dramatic results that demonstrate a significant improvement in cardiovascular outcomes among patients who received access to a novel educational and support intervention called MOXIE. (..)

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Center for Family Medicine

JUNE 27, 2025

Most cases are due to an ongoing chronic disease, such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, diabetic neuropathy, or migraines. Certain cancers, spinal conditions, or nerve injuries are other causes of chronic pain. Individuals with chronic pain must manage the symptoms to efficiently navigate everyday life.

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Medical Xpress

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Indigenous Australians have unique microbes in their mouths, which may contribute to a higher burden of chronic diseases, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, according to new research led by Penn State and the University of Adelaide.

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Medical Xpress

MAY 10, 2023

In medicine and science, the term "pathogenesis" describes the origin and development of disease. There is not, however, a broadly accepted term to describe the other half of the equation: the process of healing and recovery.

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Medical Xpress

MAY 8, 2023

University of Queensland researchers have developed a roadmap for the integration of smartwatches into Australian health care but acknowledge there are several challenges to overcome.

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Dr. Michael Bazel

DECEMBER 7, 2024

It includes the following: Medical history. Benefits Beyond Weight Management Improved Overall Health A balanced diet supports better digestion, stronger immunity, and reduced risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Current weight, BMI, and body composition. Activity levels and daily routines.

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Pamela Wible MD

APRIL 27, 2025

Chronic disillusionment doesn’t just sap your joy; it leads to chronic disease. In fact, your medical career can cause both physical and mental illness (especially for empaths). Straying from your soul’s purpose will inevitably lead to a lifetime of regret.

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Center for Family Medicine

JUNE 6, 2025

Treating Hypertension Hypertension has no cure, but the disease is managed through different interventions like medication and lifestyle changes. A well-balanced diet, stress management techniques, and physical activity can reduce the risk of developing hypertension-related diseases.

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Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

MARCH 15, 2025

More than 38 million Americans live with diabetes, a chronic disease that can lead to serious complications if not properly managed. Depending on the type of diabetes you have and your overall health, your doctor may recommend steps like making lifestyle changes, monitoring your blood sugar and taking diabetes medications.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Asthma is a prevalent chronic disease that is difficult to manage. Objective: To assess intervention fidelity, we are monitoring documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) of each coached patient. Outcome Measures: Level of severity or control, SDM documentation, and changes in medications.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 18, 2025

The patient was enrolled in a cost-sharing program that reduced her out-of-pocket expenses by 70%, allowing her to access the medication. In addition, she received counseling on medication use, lifestyle changes, and nutritional goals. They published their insights in Nature Medicine.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 13, 2025

Many of us are taught in medical school and residency the importance of patient communication on improving patient satisfaction scores, quality metrics, and professional fulfillment. There is robust data regarding the importance of patient connection and engagement in the hospital and clinic setting.

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Annals of Family Medicine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Context: Expansion of medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) within primary care practices is often met with resistance. Motivation to overcome the many challenges is needed to meet the critical need for high quality, lifelong management of OUD, just as with any other chronic disease.

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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Prolonged illnesses like cancer and chronic infections often leave the immune system in a state of exhaustion, where its frontline defendersT cellslose their ability to function effectively.

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Physician's Weekly

JUNE 17, 2025

2 As a result, obesity may be underprioritized in routine visits, and patients may miss opportunities to manage a chronic disease that significantly raises the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and some cancers.

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Center for Family Medicine

APRIL 28, 2025

Obese individuals are also more likely to struggle with a range of chronic diseases or health challenges, which impact the quality of life and even shorten lifespan. Reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease that impacts the inability to manage insulin.

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Medical Xpress

APRIL 25, 2025

Belly fat accelerates aging and slows down metabolism, increasing our risk for developing diabetes, heart problems and other chronic diseases. It's no secret that our waistlines often expand in middle age, but the problem isn't strictly cosmetic. Exactly how age transforms a six pack into a softer stomach, however, is murky.

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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Satisfying relationships in midlife with partners, friends, or work colleagues are linked to a lower risk of accumulating multiple long term conditions in older age—at least among women—suggests research published in the open access journal General Psychiatry.

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Center for Family Medicine

JUNE 20, 2025

This increases the risk of chronic disease or vitamin deficiencies in children and adults. The numerous barriers do not dissuade medical and dietary experts from encouraging healthy eating, including fruits, vegetables, lean meats, nuts, and seeds. Despite these challenges, there is a solution.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 26, 2024

A family doctor is often your main healthcare provider tasked with everything from routine check-ups to chronic disease management. You can find a family doctor who not only meets your medical needs but also offers comforting and reliable care for you and your loved ones.

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Medical Xpress

DECEMBER 1, 2022

This damages the natural protective layer in the gut and can contribute to the onset of chronic diseases, as demonstrated by researchers working with organoids at the Swiss Institute of Allergy and Asthma Research. Residue from rinse agents is left behind on dishes after they are cleaned in professional-grade dishwashers.

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Medical Xpress

APRIL 7, 2023

Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, describes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, two chronic diseases that cause inflammation in the intestines. IBD, which affects about 3 million adults in the United States, is an autoimmune disorder—a condition in which the body's immune system attacks healthy tissues.

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Medical Xpress

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease in which the body does not produce enough of the hormone insulin, which regulates blood sugar, while cells in the muscle, fat and digestive system simultaneously become less sensitive to it, absorbing less sugar from the blood stream.

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My Green Doctor

APRIL 4, 2025

New Research: Teaching Patients about Climate Resilience Newly published original research co-authored by My Green Doctor’s Dr. Todd Sack concludes that, “ the medical office waiting room appears to be an accepted, time-efficient, and effective site to communicate knowledge on climate change and health. ” of total U.S.

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Plum Health

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Affordability: DPC can be more cost-effective than traditional insurance-based models, especially for those with chronic conditions or who need frequent check-ups. Preventive care focus: DPC providers often prioritize preventive care, helping patients stay healthy and avoid costly medical procedures. Why Choose Plum Health DPC?

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Medical Xpress

MAY 3, 2023

When the cells of our immune system are under constant stress due to cancer or other chronic diseases, the T cells of the immune system shut down in a process called T cell exhaustion. Without active T cells, which kill tumor cells, it's impossible for our bodies to fight back against cancer.

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Medical Xpress

APRIL 6, 2023

Regular physical activity is one of the most effective ways to promote health and well-being and reduce chronic disease risk. However, many Americans fall short of the amount of regular physical activity needed to reap these benefits.

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The Physicians Foundation

AUGUST 15, 2024

Founder and CEO of Cherry Hill Free Clinic (CHFC), Chief Medical Officer at Camden Coalition and Medical Director for Community Health at Virtua Health, as the recipient of the Dr. Buz Cooper Award for Addressing Drivers of Health. His dedication to this cause should serve as an inspiration to the entire medical community.”

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AMMD

APRIL 24, 2025

With that said, keep in mind that charcoal also binds to nutrients and medications, which may lead to nutrient interference. For example, it can interfere with how your body absorbs nutrients and medications. While Taking Prescription Medications Another reason timing matters is if you take prescription medications.

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Dr. Michael Bazel

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Studies suggest it may help lower blood sugar, improve insulin sensitivity, and reduce inflammation—factors that are crucial for maintaining a healthy weight and preventing chronic diseases. People with certain medical conditions, such as diabetes, eating disorders, or metabolic issues, may find fasting detrimental to their health.

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