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Intervention Strategies for Management of Comorbid Depression Among Individuals With Hypertension: A Scoping Review [Cardiovascular disease]

Annals of Family Medicine

Background: Hypertension and depression frequently co-occur, complicating patient management and worsening outcomes. This scoping review aims to systematically map non-pharmacological interventions for managing comorbid hypertension and depression, providing insights into current practices and guiding future research.

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The T-Connector Approach: a simultaneous method for in-office assessment of home blood pressure monitor accuracy [Hypertension]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context Hypertension Canada recommends home blood pressure monitors (HBPM) for diagnosing and managing hypertension. Setting Kaye Edmonton Clinic Family Medicine Clinic and a hypertension research lab. However, 29% of HBPMs are inaccurate by 10 mmHg or more. Population Adults who own a HBPM. Cohen’s kappa was 0.39.

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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

Early identification and intervention in behavioral aspects of chronic diseases leads to improved function with decreased healthcare utilization, yet we know little about referral patterns for behavioral support of chronic disease. 88% (n= 11,483) of BH referrals were created for the management of a mental health condition.

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The Food Costs of Healthier Eating: a Post-Hoc Analysis of a Diabetes Intervention using Plant-Based Diets [Obesity, exercise and nutrition]

Annals of Family Medicine

Recruiting adults with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes, we conducted a non-randomized crossover trial with meals provided utilizing two ad libitum diets: Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) and whole food, plant-based (WFPB), and had dietary intake data from baseline and both intervention diets for all participants.

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How Sprouts Enhance Your Health for Better life for You

Rao Doctor

Their high-water content can also help with hydration, which is essential for weight management. A balanced microbiome can support immune function, weight management, and mood regulation. When seeds germinate, they produce more antioxidants, which can help combat chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes and cancer.

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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. Early detection offers a significant advantage in managing and treating these conditions effectively.

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Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Vascular Physician

Ultrasound and CTA can also be utilized to evaluate blood flow through vessels and narrowing of arteries. 1) Mild symptoms should be managed conservatively with lifestyle changes, risk factor modifications (e.g., Thus, all pa-tients with PAD symptoms should be assessed for risk of cardiovascular disease. (4)