Chronic Condition Management

Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation teams with Physicians Foundation to define problem, propose solutions.

Study finds growth in three years after CDC guideline for primary care clinicians.

Texas case involves ACA provision that physicians say is crucial for millions of Americans.

Practices could continue to help, but experts say there are still challenges to overcome.

Funds likely to be exhausted by the end of the year, meaning commercial payers will take over payment for many patients

If you think end-of-life care is a topic only for oncologists or gerontologists, think again.

Cancer took over the top spot from musculoskeletal conditions

Even when eligible for social services, patients rarely recoup the income they have lost due to illness

All 50 states and D.C. post decrease, while women expected to outlive men overall.

Screening for depression at the primary care level could dramatically increase the likelihood of treatment for those who are traditionally under-treated

Peer and family judgment, and possible license loss, deter some from seeking help.

Overall numbers may be lower, but the obese, racial/ethnic minorities, and those without health care access have higher numbers of undiagnosed diabetes

Studies tie disease to higher risk of COVID-related hospitalizations and deaths

More real-life effectiveness studies would help, researchers say in new study.

Smaller dose given by intradermal injection creates five-fold increase in total supply, FDA says.

Finances, practice size, autonomy, bureaucracy all factors in burnout, say Physicians Foundation leaders.

Team-based care would cut physician time, but would require systemic change, study says.

Study examines physician roles in current specialist-driven models of care.

Researchers announce study with wearables, tablets for participating patients.

Small shifts in your communication style and tactics when discussing obesity with patients can significantly impact how your message is received.

Study shows stress of discrimination affects the brain in a way that may enhance the risk for negative health outcomes

Fentanyl, COVID-19 pandemic likely factors in 30% increase from previous year.

What you need to know about RPM before taking the plunge

As any competent clinician will tell you, having data is only one part of the equation. A clinician must also be able to intervene efficiently and effectively.

Technology and care navigators are key to managing this growing population