Chronic Conditions

Joseph Scherger, MD, explains why

Body fat in the gut is a driver of numerous chronic diseases

Joseph Scherger, M.D., is fighting back against the unhealthy Western diet and lifestyle

Diet changes could improve chronic disease

The role of grain in chronic disease

The COVID-19 pandemic has put obesity in the spotlight, illustrating the need to focus on screening and treating it more aggressively than before

Researchers at Mount Sinai have found a connection between where a person lives and their likelihood of developing chronic conditions.

What are the implications for primary care?

Are you missing out on revenue because of improper coding?

A study found insulin costs in the U.S. are higher than in 32 comparison countries.

OMA’s fall virtual conference begins Oct. 7 and ends Oct. 11

Now, more than ever, health care organizations need to develop sustainable partnerships within their communities

The week is an opportunity for physicians to empower themselves to meet the challenges of treating obesity

There is a growing recognition in health care that many chronic conditions can be improved by addressing social determinants of health first.

COVID-19 is shining the light on where the gaps and weaknesses in society exist, including social determinants of health.

Chronic diseases are often referred to as Western diseases due to being more affluent and industrialized. But affluence and industry do not lead to disease, the lifestyle that commonly goes along with them does.

While we take stock of successes and failures, we are once again reminded that the US healthcare system isn’t built for everyone.

The two chronic conditions are closely linked.

Take a look at what kinds of at-home remedies Americans are using to avoid hospital visits during the pandemic.

Restore Health is devoted to reversing chronic disease and getting patients off medications.

The study finds that a majority of physicians don’t see antibiotic resistance is an issue in their own practice.

There may be better ways to treat obesity that are more effective.

While opioid prescriptions are down, overdose deaths on illicit opioids and stimulants have shown a dramatic increase.

Orphengesic Forte is a non-addictive, non-opioid drug now approved by the FDA.

eConsults are especially vital during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Get maximum reimbursement for treating asthma with the right codes

How the COVID-19 pandemic is setting up a potential crisis in cancer and other serious conditions.

How physicians can help patients adhere to treatments.

Understand the tools physicians need to combat chronic pain as the opioid crisis continues.

With the right strategy, physicians can help patients stay on track for improved outcomes.