Chronic Diseases - American Medical Association
Oct 23, 2025 · Chronic diseases are long-term health conditions that can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life.
Putting a spotlight on lifestyle medicine to prevent chronic disease
Mar 7, 2025 · Being active can help prevent chronic diseases such as osteoarthritis or chronic back pain. If surgery is needed to treat a musculoskeletal condition, physical activity can also prepare that …
Improving Care for Patients with Prolonged Symptoms and Concerns …
Jun 27, 2025 · This toolkit can help physicians and other health care professionals provide better care for patients with prolonged symptoms and concerns about Lyme disease.
AMA welcomes CMS model targeting chronic conditions with tech tools
5 days ago · The model aims to overcome Medicare’s barriers to technological advancements that have proved beneficial in helping patients manage their chronic diseases. The voluntary model focuses on …
Living with chronic pain, lifespan vs healthspan, and updated dietary ...
Dec 18, 2024 · The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about chronic pain and updated dietary guidelines.
What doctors wish patients knew about chronic venous insufficiency
Oct 29, 2025 · From swelling to varicose veins, Charles Leithead, MD, of Ochsner Health, explains why patients should not ignore signs of chronic venous insufficiency.
What doctors wish patients knew about bronchitis
Jul 18, 2025 · Bronchitis inflames airways, causing cough and fatigue. Jonathan Stoever, MD, pulmonologist at Confluence Health, explains its symptoms and care.
Is consent for chronic care management required regularly?
Aug 14, 2025 · Debunking the myth The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) does not require physicians, other clinicians, or health care organizations to obtain patient consent for Chronic …
What doctors wish patients knew about insomnia
Apr 25, 2025 · Chronic insomnia can lead to increased risk of depression, anxiety, substance abuse and motor vehicle accidents. Over time, this lack of sleep can contribute to health problems such as type …
What doctors wish patients knew about myocarditis
Jun 6, 2025 · Inflammation of the heart sounds scary—and it can be. Lauren Weber, MD, a cardiologist at Confluence Health, discusses what to know about myocarditis.