Chronic Condition Management

Physicians Foundation announces survey results as Dr. Lorna Breen Foundation works to expand mental health care access.

American College of Cardiology, biotech companies seeking physicians to test and reduce cholesterol levels in patients.

Electronics retailer partnering with health system for chronic care management in the home

Study examines effectiveness of drugs, devices to help patients quit using the leading preventable cause of death.

Investigators said the findings show how efforts to encourage more people to get recommended cancer checks are crucial.

KFF survey analyzes false statements and finds people put trust in ‘probably.’

Gallup poll indicates use and perception of harm of e-cigarettes and marijuana as well.

Proposals due next month for pilot programs assisting food, housing, safety.

New drugs may lighten patient weights and wallets.

Four physicians convicted of selling drugs out of Tennessee clinics

Coordinators provided vital human connection for patients, study finds

But more is better, so if your patients reach 10,000 steps a day, tell them to keep it up.

Researchers warn 8 recent cases could hint at things to come, so physicians must be aware.

Men still dying at higher rates but women are closing the gap, study finds

Senators, representatives, health groups endorse the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act.

The app has some videos that promote self-diagnosis of mental health, which could have serious effects for young people.

Getting the number on the scale may do more harm than good, according to researchers.

Subcommittee ponders whether reduced competition hurts patient care and free enterprise in business of medicine.

Discovery may explain why some tested positive but had no symptoms

American Medical Association praises decision and calls for more over-the-counter birth control options.

Survey finds American adults are avoiding common health screenings that could help save lives.

The key ingredient to optimal performance in tobacco cessation is to provide every tobacco user an evidence-based intervention at every visit.

Addressing the mental health crisis requires an integrated approach to physical and mental health

The social media ‘infodemic’ is going from bad to worse. Here’s how primary care physicians can be part of the cure.

Cash-based health care is a win-win for vulnerable groups and primary care providers.