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Implementation Evaluation of a Community Health Worker Program for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes or Hypertension [Dissemination and implementation research]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context Disparities in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) and hypertension (HTN) control are well-described. Community health worker (CHW) interventions show promising outcomes for T2D and HTN control particularly among low income and historically marginalized patients. I) There was a mean of 2.8 CHW encounters and mean engagement of 32.8

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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. At Edge Family Medicine , we believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms.

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The Role of Lifestyle Medicine in Reversing Early Chronic Disease

Edge Family Medicine

As a leading family medical practice in Upland, CA, we champion evidence-based approaches that empower patients to take control of their health. Unlike traditional medicine that often focuses on medications, lifestyle medicine emphasizes preventive and curative strategies tailored to the individual. Why Act Now?

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Areas of greater socioeconomic disadvantage linked to 60% greater likelihood of primary hypertension in youth

Medical Xpress

Children living in the most disadvantaged communities have a 60% greater likelihood of being diagnosed with primary hypertension, the leading risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease later in life, according to the first U.S.

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Maria Ansari, MD, FACC, named to Modern Healthcare’s list of 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives

Permanente Medicine

Co-CEO of The Permanente Federation and leader of multiple Permanente Medical Groups at Kaiser Permanente, recognized for advancing AI technology, improving care access, and advocating for value-based care measures OAKLAND, Calif. Kaiser Permanente is comprised of the Permanente Medical Groups and Kaiser Foundation Health Plans and Hospitals.

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Patients with high blood pressure who partnered with community health workers more likely to achieve BP control

Medical Xpress

Patients with hypertension paired with a community health worker (CHW) through their primary care practice were more than three and a half times as likely to achieve blood pressure control within six months compared to patients who were not.

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Episode 299 – Neurology VMR – Clumsiness

The Clinical Problem Solvers

Neurology DDx Schema Andrea Mendez Colmenares @andreamendez92 Andrea is a Venezuelan medical doctor and cognitive neuroscientist specializing in advanced white matter imaging. NMatch2024) and research career development for international medical graduates. Aaron Berkowitz. She recently completed a Ph.D.