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

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Chronic illness is at a record high in society. 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).

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Ambulatory Behavioral Health Referral Patterns in the Setting of Chronic Medical Conditions [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

Of those patients with a BH referral and a chronic condition, hypertension was the most common (n= 2,053, 51%). Patients with a BH referral and no CCs were younger on average (38 years) compared to those with at least 1 CC (52 years) and this difference was statistically significant at p< 0.001.

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How Can Chronic Care Management Help with Chronic Diseases?

Newnan Family Medicine Associates

Long-term illness can cause patients to be irritable and exhausted. Medical conditions such as asthma, hypertension, diabetes, chronic kidney diseases, and liver cirrhosis can require extensive treatment and care to prevent fatal. Life is not always easy for individuals who experience chronic diseases.

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How Hydration Affects Blood Pressure Levels

Imperial Center Family Medicine

Without knowing you recently lost fluids, your provider may think those higher results mean you have hypertension. Certain medications or supplements can also help manage excessive fluid loss related to some illnesses. The post How Hydration Affects Blood Pressure Levels appeared first on Imperial Center Family Medicine.

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How Hydration Affects Blood Pressure Levels

Imperial Center Family Medicine

Without knowing you recently lost fluids, your provider may think those higher results mean you have hypertension. Certain medications or supplements can also help manage excessive fluid loss related to some illnesses. The post How Hydration Affects Blood Pressure Levels appeared first on Imperial Center Family Medicine.

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Proactive Wellness: The Lifesaving Benefits of Regular Check-ups 

East Cary Family Physicians

Many health conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, and certain cancers, can develop with little to no noticeable symptoms in their initial stages. Remember, prevention is the key to reducing healthcare costs, minimizing the impact of chronic illnesses, and ultimately living a longer, healthier life.