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Evaluating the Impact of Data Visualization with China-PAR on Hypertension Management in Primary Care: A Pilot Study [Hypertension]

Annals of Family Medicine

Although data visualization is gaining traction in the hypertension, its use in health education and information dissemination is still underutilized. Objective This study aims to investigate the impact of data visualization using China-PAR on managing hypertension among primary care patients.

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A brief theory driven patient education video to reduce potentially harmful regular over-the-counter NSAID use [Patient education/adherence]

Annals of Family Medicine

Objective: To assess the effectiveness of a novel electronically delivered education video in reducing regular OTC NSAID use in high-risk patients (ie. chronic kidney disease (CKD), heart failure (HF), and/or hypertension (HTN)). Intervention/Instrument: Video-novel, 4-minute electronic education video addressing OTC NSAIDs.

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Understanding components of Maternal Diet among those diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes and/or Hypertension in Flint, MI [Community based participatory research]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and Gestational Hypertension (GHTN), each linked to poor maternal and infant health outcomes, affect an average of 5-10% of US pregnancies. Despite an important role in disease development, few have described maternal diet of those diagnosed with GDM/GHTN.

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Primary Care Clinician Perspectives on Managing Hypertension in Black Patients: Lifestyle Changes and Shared Decision Making [Hypertension]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Hypertension is a common condition seen by primary care clinicians and is more common in Black adults than other racial/ethnic groups. For the secondary analysis, engagement in a SDM process with Black patients and confidence to help with lifestyle changes as well as confidence in ability to manage patients’ hypertension.

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A Multisite CFIR Study of Readiness to Implement Collaboration Oriented Approach to Controlling High Blood Pressure (COACH) [Dissemination and implementation research]

Annals of Family Medicine

COACH was embraced for its relative advantage over traditional workflows and its potential to empower and educate patients. Context: Evaluating organizational readiness for implementing digital health solutions can identify potential barriers and increase the likelihood of sustained adoption. Consideration of the care team workflows (i.e.,

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Take control of your health this National High Blood Pressure Education Month

Dignity Health Medical Foundation

May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month, a reminder to focus on understanding and managing this common condition. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, often has no symptoms, making it a silent threat to your health.

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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). gender, age, race, education, etc.), Outcome Measures: Participant characteristics (ie.