Sentences with phrase «of multiple chronic conditions»

Examples include changing policies to encourage older adults to remain part of the workforce for longer (e.g., removing tax disincentives to work past retirement age), emphasising low - cost disease prevention and early detection rather than treatment (eg, reducing salt intake and increasing uptake of vaccines), making better use of technology (eg, mobile clinics for rural populations), and training health - care staff in the management of multiple chronic conditions.

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That's because the chemicals in these products can trigger a reaction dubbed multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS), a chronic condition that causes nausea and headaches when sufferers are exposed to even low levels of certain chemicals.

As the baby boomers age, the number of people with multiple chronic conditions will most likely grow from 8.7 million... Read More

As the baby boomers age, the number of people with multiple chronic conditions will most likely grow from 8.7 million today to almost 37 million by the year 2030.

In the end, it all comes back to education: In the ideal world, a parent's decision about whether to allow a child to start playing or continue playing collision sports before high school under current rules of play (which are evolving in the direction of safety, fortunately, as seen, for instance, in USA Hockey's ban on body checking at the Pee Wee hockey level and below, and limits on full - contact practices instituted at every level of football, from Pop Warner, to high school, college, and the NFL), will be a conscious one; a decision in which the risks of participating in a particular sport - provided it is based on the most up - to - date information about those risks and a consideration of other risk factors that might come into play for their child, such as pre-existing learning disabilities (e.g. ADHD), chronic health conditions (e.g., a history of history of multiple concussions or seizures, history of migraines), or a reckless and overly aggressive style of play - are balanced against the benefits to the child of participating.

If you have a history of previous pregnancy complications, are having a multiple pregnancy or have a chronic medical condition, you should visit a perinatologist.

There are several factors that may put a pregnant woman at higher risk of a preterm birth, including a previous preterm birth, multiple pregnancies such as twins, triplets, etc, some chronic medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes and infections.

Breech Twins and higher order multiples Previous CS Pre-Eclampsia Placenta praevia Cervical incompetence Previous late stillbirth Previous premature birth Grand multiparty Age under 18 Age over 35 Smoking Drug use Severe mental health issue Epilepsy Type 1 diabetes Type 2 diabetes Gestational diabetes Asthma GBS positive Abnormal antibodies Transplant recipient Congenital heart disease Known foetal abnormality Immunosuppressive medication MS Physical disability Intellectual disability Hypothyroidism Hyperthyroidism Previous shoulder dystocia Previous 3rd or 4th degree tear Sickle Cell anaemia BMI under 18 or over 35 at conception Previous massive PPH APH in current pregnancy HIV / AIDS Hepatitis B or C Active TB IUGR Oligohydramnios Polyhydramnios Child previously removed from custody because of abuse Uterine abnormalities such as uterine septum or double uterus Previous uterine surgery for fibroids Chronic renal problems Hypertension Auto immune condition Previous stroke or blod clot Cancer Domestic violence or abusive home Prisoners Homeless women

(borrowed from Dr Kitty) Breech Twins and higher order multiples Previous CS Pre-Eclampsia Placenta praevia Cervical incompetence Previous late stillbirth Previous premature birth Grand multiparty Age under 18 Age over 35 Smoking Drug use Severe mental health issue Epilepsy Type 1 diabetes Type 2 diabetes Gestational diabetes Asthma GBS positive Abnormal antibodies Transplant recipient Congenital heart disease Known foetal abnormality Immunosuppressive medication MS Physical disability Intellectual disability Hypothyroidism Hyperthyroidism Previous shoulder dystocia Previous 3rd or 4th degree tear Sickle Cell anaemia BMI under 18 or over 35 at conception Previous massive PPH APH in current pregnancy HIV / AIDS Hepatitis B or C Active TB IUGR Oligohydramnios Polyhydramnios Child previously removed from custody because of abuse Uterine abnormalities such as uterine septum or double uterus Previous uterine surgery for fibroids Chronic renal problems Hypertension Auto immune condition Previous stroke or blod clot Cancer Domestic violence or abusive home Prisoners Homeless women

These patients, the so - called super-utilizers, have behavioral and mental health issues, substance abuse problems, multiple chronic conditions, sometimes all of the above.

«This study provides the first synaptic mechanisms to explain the multiple functions of ACC neurons in pathological conditions such as chronic pain» says Dr. Zhuo.

«Despite the presence of a universal health insurance system in Ontario, our research highlights the persistence of significant health disparities in breast cancer screening, particularly for women who are more vulnerable due to severe disability, multiple chronic conditions, low income and lower education,» said Dr. Guilcher, who has a PhD in Clinical Epidemiology at the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto.

For the first time, the team of nine Mayo researchers from multiple disciplines linked bilateral oophorectomy to a marked increase in 8 of the 18 chronic health conditions that were measured.

Published October 29, 2015 in the journal Science, the new results lend insights into potential mechanisms of chronic itch, which is caused by a variety of conditions such as eczema, diabetic neuropathy, multiple sclerosis and certain types of cancers.

The study showed that women under 46 who had both ovaries removed experienced a significantly elevated risk of multiple chronic health conditions that included depression, hyperlipidemia, cardiac arrhythmias, coronary artery disease, arthritis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and osteoporosis.

People newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) may often have other chronic health conditions as well, according to a study published in the March 9, 2016 online issue of Neurology ®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

The March special supplement, titled Advancing the Field: Results from the AHRQ Multiple Chronic Conditions Research Network, presents research and commentaries based on grants funded by AHRQ to improve understanding about how to best care for the growing number of people living with multiple chronic conditionMultiple Chronic Conditions Research Network, presents research and commentaries based on grants funded by AHRQ to improve understanding about how to best care for the growing number of people living with multiple chronic conditionsChronic Conditions Research Network, presents research and commentaries based on grants funded by AHRQ to improve understanding about how to best care for the growing number of people living with multiple chronic conditiConditions Research Network, presents research and commentaries based on grants funded by AHRQ to improve understanding about how to best care for the growing number of people living with multiple chronic conditionmultiple chronic conditionschronic conditionsconditions (MCC).

A special March supplement to Medical Care presents updates from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality's (AHRQ) Multiple Chronic Conditions (MCC) Research Network, formed to address knowledge gaps and research challenges in meeting the complex health care needs of this growing population.

Kessler Foundation Research Center focuses on improving function and quality of life for persons with injuries of the spinal cord and brain, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and other chronic neurological conditions.

Research focuses on improving function and quality of life for persons with injuries of the spinal cord and brain, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and other chronic neurological conditions.

Guided Care, a new model of comprehensive health care for people with multiple chronic conditions, has received the 2009 Medical Economics Award for Innovation in Practice Improvement from the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) and Medical Economics magazine.

Early research results suggest that Guided Care improves the quality of care and reduces costs for older adults suffering from multiple chronic health conditions.

Through funding from the John A. Hartford Foundation, the Lipitz Center will offer health care providers information, education and technical support to promote the adoption of the Hopkins - developed Guided Care model for older adults with multiple chronic conditions.

Patients have become more complex, and those with multiple chronic conditions are increasing.1 - 6 Such estimates rarely include obesity, however, which affects nearly 40 % of American adults, 7 and incorporating these rising obesity rates means most patients have comorbid diagnoses.

Women with conditions suggestive of environmental toxicity (multiple chemical sensitivity, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, autoimmunity), known toxic exposures, or genetic polymorphisms like MTHFR, may want to work with a functional medicine physician.

We practice this belief every day as we treat thousands of patients who suffer with chronic conditions, have been treated by multiple doctors and some that have even lost hope.

Dr. Wahls is the founder of an integrative approach to healing chronic auto - immune conditions by a doctor, researcher, and sufferer of progressive multiple sclerosis whose TEDx talk is already a web sensation.

Reduced thyroid transport into the cell is seen with a wide range of common conditions, including insulin resistance, diabetes, depression, bipolar disorder, hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol and triglycerides), chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis), migraines, stress, anxiety, chronic dieting and aging.

AFTERMATH OF LEAD EXPOSURE In this age of rampant exposure to multiple sources of toxic metals — including lead, mercury and aluminum — alert health practitioners increasingly recognize the fact that heavy metal toxicity plays a key role in many chronic health conditionOF LEAD EXPOSURE In this age of rampant exposure to multiple sources of toxic metals — including lead, mercury and aluminum — alert health practitioners increasingly recognize the fact that heavy metal toxicity plays a key role in many chronic health conditionof rampant exposure to multiple sources of toxic metals — including lead, mercury and aluminum — alert health practitioners increasingly recognize the fact that heavy metal toxicity plays a key role in many chronic health conditionof toxic metals — including lead, mercury and aluminum — alert health practitioners increasingly recognize the fact that heavy metal toxicity plays a key role in many chronic health conditions:

Insufficient vitamin D, in fact, is associated with a higher incidence of chronic and life - threatening conditions such as various cancers, heart disease, diabetes, multiple sclerosis and cognitive decline.

Like other chronic conditions, experts believe that Alzheimer's develops as a complex result of multiple factors rather than any one overriding cause.

Dr. Mark Flannery, DC, FAAIM, DCBCN, DCCN, CNS has helped many patients suffering with Hashimoto's hypothyroidism, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, vitiligo, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, digestive disorders and other autoimmune, chronic, and neuro - inflammatory conditions, improve their quality of life.

Allergies Prostatitis Chronic Sinusitis Heart disease Eczema and other skin conditions Loss of Energy Fibrocystic disease Chronic fatigue Repetitive parasitic infections Multiple Sclerosis Edema Lupus Inflammation High blood pressure Viral infections Bacterial infections Low back pain Loss of Energy Cancer Arthritis Headaches Excessive sweating Obesity

Multiple chronic medical conditions I like sports, saxophone and jazz, travel and out of doors.

The synchronization of two spatially overlapping energy forms having closely positioned emission axes and particular emission modalities can in many cases provide strengthened or even synergistic effects in the alleviation or treatment of multiple of acute and / or chronic conditions (e.g., pain and inflammation) afflicting a given tissue.

Her primary focus has been to raise awareness of Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS)-- a chronic medical condition resulting from exposure to toxic chemicals — which is found in paints, adhesives, construction materials, and even common household cleaning and personal care products.

You have any of the following health conditions: heart disease, obesity, cancer, diabetes, asthma, multiple sclerosis or other chronic conditions or diseases.

Licensed Practical Nurse — Duties & Responsibilities Provide exceptional patient care and medical team support across multiple medical specialties Experienced in orthopedics, rehabilitation, transitional care, cardiology, med surgical, oncology, pediatrics, urology, pulmonary, geriatrics, and neurology Perform preoperative clearance, history and physical, EKGs, lab tests, discharge, and follow - up Assess, diagnose, and treat sprains, strains, lacerations, and other physical injuries Responsible for IV line insertion, blood product administration, medication, feeding tubes, and PICC line draws Determine severity of patient condition and promptly refer to specialists when appropriate Develop and administer disease management plan ensuring high quality, comprehensive care Provide acute episodic and chronic care to adult and geriatric populations with complex medical conditions Facilitate case management, consultation, and interdisciplinary patient care Educate patients in healthy diets, exercise, smoking cessation, and overall positive lifestyles Maintain working knowledge of current medical technology, procedures, and standards of care Proven ability to remain calm and levelheaded in high pressure, emergency care situations Perform all duties in a positive, professional, and courteous manner

... the health system needs to focus more on prevention and to strengthen primary health care, especially for the many patients with multiple chronic conditions... chronic conditions are threatening to overwhelm Australia's health budget, the capacity of health services and the health workforce... and national action is needed to reduce the impact of chronic conditions.

Ever - growing numbers of families are living with multiple chronic conditions over an increasingly longer life span.

Fifty - five present (55 %) of Medicare beneficiaries with depression have multiple chronic condition (29 % with two conditions, 26.1 % with three or more).

Introduced in April, the CHRONIC Care Act is another example of legislators taking aim at reducing Medicare spending on patients with multiple chronic condCHRONIC Care Act is another example of legislators taking aim at reducing Medicare spending on patients with multiple chronic condchronic conditions.

One CMS study, which was part of NORC at the University of Chicago's multi-year evaluation of the Health Care Innovation Awards of CMS, showed that four of five home care models in a pilot program for Medicare fee - for - service patients with multiple chronic conditions returned positive results by saving money, improving outcomes, or both.