Potential Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Drug Fails
The largest completed trial to date of people with chronic fatigue syndrome shows that the drug galantamine is not a potential treatment for the condition.
Category : Chronic condition : Health & Medical
Participation in Physical Activity Programs and Fall Risk
This study examines the effectiveness of two widely available exercise programs aimed at older adults on reducing falls in the elderly.
An Analysis of Facebook Groups Related to Hypertension
People are increasingly turning to the web to for health and medical information. How are hypertension support groups being utilized on social media such as Facebook?
Children's Oral Health and Preventive Visits 2003-2012
How has parent-reported children's oral health status and receipt of preventive dental care changed over the last 9 years? Does it vary by state?
Blood Pressure Improvement in the Heart of New Ulm Project
This study examined the efficacy of a community-based heart disease prevention intervention in reducing blood pressure over two years.
Cancer Drug May Also Treat Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Researchers in Norway say they’ve been able to treat symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome by giving patients a biologic drug that affects the immune system.
Evaluating Diabetes Mobile Applications
This study evaluated currently available mobile apps that focus on diabetes care. How user-friendly are they, and are free apps as useful as paid ones?
Disability Status as an Antecedent to Chronic Conditions
To what extent is disability a risk factor for future poor health?
Media and Client Reminders for Colorectal Cancer Screening
This new report takes a close look at some of the colorectal cancer screening initiatives run by the CDC. How successful are they at getting healthcare providers to motivate people to get tested?
Multiple Chronic Conditions in US Adults Who Visited Physicians
Are there certain multiple chronic diseases that are likely to occur in patients? This new report examines data from physician visits.
Healthy Aging 2.0: The Potential of New Media and Technology
Read this new study to learn about how more and more older Americans are accessing the Internet and social media to help educate themselves about their own healthcare.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Gene Link?
A study published Wednesday shows evidence of the genetic underpinnings of aspects of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), a disorder affecting up to 1 million Americans.
Improvement in Clinical Preventive Service After Implementing EHRs
Do EHRs improve delivery of healthcare services in independent primary care practices? This new study investigates.
Primary Care for Veterans With Serious Mental Illness
How well do veterans with serious mental health issues fare with their general healthcare needs when attending a primary care clinic that is integrated into a mental health clinic? How is the quality of the care for this particular subset of patients?
Tobacco Use Counseling During Hospital Outpatient Visits
Are health care providers missing a valuable opportunity to counsel and screen patients on tobacco use during hospital outpatient visits?
Weight Loss Program for Veterans in Los Angeles
How successful are structured weight loss programs? This new study looks closely at a program set up specifically for veterans in the Los Angeles area.
Improving BP Control Through Changes in Health Care Delivery
A large state-wide health care system succeeded in improving hypertension control in a multiethnic population by adopting a series of changes in health care delivery. How did they do it?
CDC: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 'Real'
Chronic fatigue syndrome -- long doubted as a legitimate illness by many and largely ignored by the drug industry -- got a boost from a CDC call to take it seriously.
Cancer Prevention and Worksite Health Promotion
This essay highlights a wide variety of available CDC resources and presents strategies for advancing cancer prevention among working adults.
In Search of a Germ Theory Equivalent for Chronic Disease
How do scientists explain the possible connection between the germ theory and the development of chronic diseases over time? This new study discusses the issues.