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The Power of Words, 16 Years Later

A Country Doctor Writes

The piece quoted below blends the importance of choosing the right, nonjudgmental, words to describe our patients’ symptoms and personalities with the idea that we cannot treat their seemingly physical symptoms without trying to understand the context they arose from. about the Patient-Centered Medical Home.

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Supporting Healthy Aging With Tailored Obesity Management Strategies

Physician's Weekly

If low bone density is present, it’s often treated alongside a weight loss program. Interventions should also take into account a patient’s motivation and preferences, any comorbidities they have, and their current diet and physical activity levels. Two of the researchers, Kacey Chae, MD , and Kristen M.

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How to Manage Prediabetes with Food (What Actually Works)

Vida Family Medicine

These changes support both your physical health and your mental well-being, and can often help prevent the need for medication. You can call the office or schedule a consultation here. This helps you avoid the dramatic spikes (and crashes) in blood sugar that can make you feel tired, foggy, anxious, or sluggish.

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Improving Mental Health: Strategies for Self-Care and Well-Being

Family Physicians of Greeley

Practice Mindfulness: Mindfulness is the art of being present in the moment and fully aware of your thoughts, emotions, and sensations without judgment. Engage in Physical Activity: Physical activity is not only beneficial for your physical health but also plays a vital role in improving your mental well-being.

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You don’t need X-Rays to tell if a child is constipated

PEMBlog

Messaging for colleagues and consultants Despite the widespread belief that constipation may cause generalized and nonspecific abdominal pain, the association of abdominal pain and functional constipation is not well-established.

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Prehearing Ruling Establishes Marijuana Rescheduling Hearing Ground Rules

FDA Law Blog

Judge Mulrooneys prehearing ruling establishes the schedule for the parties presentations and established hearing guidelines. Parties will have ninety minutes to present the testimony of their witness. Consolidated parties are allowed to present testimony of up to two witnesses during the hearing, a presentation up to 120 minutes.

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Using technology to reclaim our time

Today's Hospitalist

By removing the need to constantly look at a screen or type notes, we can be more present and engaged, fostering stronger therapeutic relationships and improving patient satisfaction. Beyond time savings, ambient AI can enhance the quality of our patient interactions.