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A systematic review and meta-analysis of adherence to physical activity interventions among three chronic conditions: cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes

BMC Public Health, 2019
BackgroundPhysical activity is effective for the prevention and treatment of chronic disease, yet insufficient evidence is available to make comparisons regarding adherence to aerobic physical activity interventions among chronic disease populations, or ...
T. Bullard, M. Ji, R. An, L. Trinh, M. Mackenzie, S. Mullen   +5 more
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Perceptions of Learners and Specialists Toward ECHO Palliative Care Project in Thailand

Journal of Primary Care & Community Health
Introduction: The Extension of Community Health Outcomes (ECHO) is a global movement that aims to decentralize the knowledge of specialists to primary care.
Nida Buawangpong, Lalita Chutarattanakul, Nisachol Dejkriengkraikul, Alicha Chumintrachark, Thawalrat Ratanasiri, Kanokporn Pinyopornpanish, Nopakoon Nantsupawat, Chaisiri Angkurawaranon, Wichuda Jiraporncharoen   +8 more
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Association between full service and fast food restaurant density, dietary intake and overweight/obesity among adults in Delhi, India

BMC Public Health, 2017
Background The food environment has been implicated as an underlying contributor to the global obesity epidemic. However, few studies have evaluated the relationship between the food environment, dietary intake, and overweight/obesity in low- and middle ...
Opal Patel, Safraj Shahulhameed, Roopa Shivashankar, Mohammad Tayyab, Atiqur Rahman, Dorairaj Prabhakaran, Nikhil Tandon, Lindsay M. Jaacks   +7 more
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On the Role of Mechanics in Chronic Lung Disease. [PDF]

, 2013
Progressive airflow obstruction is a classical hallmark of chronic lung disease, affecting more than one fourth of the adult population. As the disease progresses, the inner layer of the airway wall grows, folds inwards, and narrows the lumen.
Eskandari, Mona, Kuhl, Ellen, Pfaller, Martin R   +2 more
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The economic burden of cardiovascular disease and hypertension in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review

BMC Public Health, 2018
Background The evidence on the economic burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in low- and middle- income countries (LMICs) remains scarce. We conducted a comprehensive systematic review to establish the magnitude and knowledge gaps in relation to the ...
Adrian Gheorghe, Ulla Griffiths, Adrianna Murphy, Helena Legido-Quigley, Peter Lamptey, Pablo Perel   +5 more
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Multimorbidity in bipolar disorder and under-treatment of cardiovascular disease: a cross sectional study [PDF]

, 2013
Background: Individuals with serious mental disorders experience poor physical health, especially increased rates of cardiometabolic morbidity and premature morbidity.
A Weeke, AJ Ferrari, AJ Mitchell, B Felker, B Ya-Mei, Bruce Guthrie, C Astrup, C Crump, CW Colton, Daniel J Smith, Daniel Martin, DJ Smith, E Koranyi, EH Høyer, F Angst, FG Joseph, Gary McLean, J Johnson, J Langan, JA Mackell, Julie Langan, K Barnett, LM Koran, M De Hert, M De Hert, M De Hert, M Tohen, MJ Fleury, MT Tsuang, N Myles, O Bratfos, P Vestergaard, PA Kurdyak, R Sharma, RM Weinryb, SH Han, Stewart W Mercer, T Callréus, TM Laursen, TM Laursen, U Osby, U Petterson, VMR Carstairs   +42 more
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Multiple Chronic Conditions

Journal of Primary Care & Community Health, 2014
Background: Multiple chronic conditions (MCCs) are significant public health problems receiving much attention, and rightly so, because of the substantial morbidity, mortality, and cost burden. Objectives: To report the prevalence of selected frequent MCCs with shared risk factors that are leading causes of death; and to quantify the association ...
Monica A. Fisher PhD, DDS, MS, MPH, Zhen-qiang Ma MD, MPH, MS   +1 more
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Financial and Health Burdens of Chronic Conditions Grow [PDF]

, 2009
Points to rising rates of chronic conditions and obesity; growing numbers of patients with problems paying medical bills, even with insurance; and contributing factors such as declining private coverage and delays in accessing care.
Genna R. Cohen, Ha T. Tu
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“We feel like orphans”: listening to users’ expectations to ensure more responsive healthcare services in rural Peru

BMC Health Services Research
The goal of health systems is to meet the health needs of the population in order to improve and/or maintain their health. To do so, it is necessary to understand the expectations regarding local health services.
Maria Amalia Pesantes, Silvana Perez-León, María Lazo-Porras, Maria Kathia Cárdenas, J. Jaime Miranda, David Beran   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Potential Savings Through Prevention of Avoidable Chronic Illness Among CalPERS State Active Members [PDF]

, 2012
Analyzes chronic disease-related health expenditures among state employees that can be targeted by lifestyle interventions.
Barbara A. Ormond, Brenda C. Spillman, Timothy A. Waidmann   +2 more
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