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Clinician perception of the relationship between mental health, health-related social needs, and diabetes outcomes [Diabetes and endocrine disease]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Health-promoting behaviors are crucial for good outcomes in diabetes. However, mental health conditions and health-related social needs (HRSNs) can complicate patients’ success. Setting or Dataset: Interviews with 21 primary care clinicians in Colorado who treat patients with diabetes.

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Addressing the Diabetes Care Burnout Crisis

Physician's Weekly

In the past decade, advancements in technology have revolutionized the way diabetes is managed. The daily grind of monitoring blood glucose levels, adjusting medications, and managing complications can be exhausting. For individuals with diabetes, every day requires vigilance.

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10 Tips to Find the Best Diabetes Doctor for Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. Zaar

Managing Type 2 diabetes requires more than just medication—it demands a long-term partnership with a skilled healthcare provider who understands your individual needs. Choosing the right diabetes doctor can make a major difference in how effectively your condition is managed, your quality of life, and your long-term health outcomes.

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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. Stress Management: Techniques like meditation, deep breathing, and mindfulness reduce cortisol levels and enhance health. Early intervention is key to reversing chronic diseases.

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How your mental health can affect your physical health

Vida Family Medicine

They want to live a long life free of chronic health problems that may cause pain, limit their activities, or cause complications that could land them in the hospital. There are many factors that impact our physical health- genetics, environmental exposures, economic resources, and behaviors.

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What Are the Most Common Preventive Services? A Complete Guide

Mesa Family Physician

In Arizona’s climate, skin cancer screenings are particularly important given our high sun exposure.

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Men’s Health Checklist: Essential Screenings to Prevent Serious Illness

Dr. Michael Bazel

This proactive approach can dramatically reduce the risk of severe conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, certain cancers, and more. An annual checkup for men serves as a crucial checkpoint to monitor changes in your health, update vaccinations, and discuss lifestyle habits that contribute to overall wellness.

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