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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. M) Patients exposed to a CHW expressed the value of the social and emotional support CHWs provided. I) There was a mean of 2.8 CHW encounters and mean engagement of 32.8 days compared to program goal of 120 days.

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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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Development of a Multidisciplinary Clinic for the Treatment of Obesity in a Canadian University Family Medicine Group (U-FMG) [Obesity, exercise and nutrition]

Annals of Family Medicine

of Canadians were at greater risk of chronic diseases due to their BMI, including type 2 diabetes, atherosclerosis, and hypertension. Pathways offered by Quebec’s public system are heterogeneous, often providing limited services, especially in a preventive setting. Context In 2018, 63.1%

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Tapping the potential applications of mHealth

The Health Policy Exchange

mHealth applications can complement and expand care provided at traditional face-to-face visits, and exploring their untapped potential to improve health in the U.S. Smartphone apps now include a variety of self-management tools for weight loss, physical activity, and chronic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes.

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Rural Ontario Complete Lifestyle Medicine Intervention Program (CLIP-ON) [Dissemination and implementation research]

Annals of Family Medicine

Population Studied: Adults (≥18yrs) with chronic diseases such as prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, coronary heart disease, peripheral vascular disease, dyslipidemia, and/or concerns related to body weight (BMI≥25). All participants increased their physical activity with 80% progressing towards their health goals.

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Age, Self-Rated Health, and Medical Conditions are Associated with Patient-Provider Discussions of Colorectal Cancer Tests [Population health and epidemiology]

Annals of Family Medicine

Objective: To evaluate sociodemographic and existing medical condition correlates of patient-provider CRC screening test discussions. People who were "not sure" if they had a family history of cancer also had lower odds of CRC screening test discussions compared to those who answered yes to a family history of cancer.

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Acute changes in insulin requirements in response to plant-based dietary interventions. [Diabetes and endocrine disease]

Annals of Family Medicine

Because of their health benefits, providers sometimes recommend, and motivated patients sometimes adopt, a plant-based diet to improve their health. Objective: Describe acute changes in insulin requirements among adults with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes in response to DASH and WFPB diets.

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