Chronic Conditions

Studies examine diabetes’ effects on lower limb amputation, dementia risk

June 16, 2022

Wellness visits, cardiometabolic disease prevention reduce chances, according to researchers.

2022 care management services codes to know

June 16, 2022

There are new codes physicians need to know in the care management section of the Current Procedural Terminology codebook.

Patient age, body mass index, gender, race, comorbidities can affect prediabetes diagnosis

June 13, 2022

Screenings are appropriate, but diagnosis and treatment are “less consistent,” according to study.

App helps diabetes patients better engage in their care

June 13, 2022

Constant communication and education are critical to help patients manage their diabetes symptoms and avoid costly complications.

The role of continuous glucose monitoring in diabetes management

May 31, 2022

CGM has many benefits and can improve disease management in both Type 1 (diabetes) and Type 2 diabetes. One thing CGM does very well is provide instant feedback on lifestyle choices.

Continuity of primary care helps chronic kidney disease patients

May 26, 2022

Relationships key to managing complexities, comorbidities, study finds.

Young adults with prediabetes more likely to be hospitalized for heart attacks

May 18, 2022

Study focuses on risk factors for those aged 18 to 44 years.

Record high drug overdoses ‘ravaging’ United States, physicians say

May 13, 2022

AMA cites need for treatments, naloxone, supportive policies.

Worldwide analysis ‘a major step’ in understanding genetics of Type 2 diabetes

May 12, 2022

Findings include 40 genes never reported, from diverse population base.

Researchers warn against national strategies for new normal with COVID-19

May 10, 2022

Talks of new normal fail to incorporate lessons from two years of COVID