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By Shawn J. Green, PhD, Co-founder, Berkeley Test | Jul 25, 2013

Turning DASH Strategy into Reality for Improved Cardio Wellness Outcomes: Part II

As part of their health & wellness program, the largest health insurer sent me a refrigerator magnet highlighting the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) Dietary Approach to Stop Hypertension Diet (DASH). In their accompanying letter, the company stated that the refrigerator magnet is a “tool to help you manage your blood pressure.”…more.

Categories: Prevention/Patient-Centered Care
By Linda Barlow | Jul 23, 2013

World Hepatitis Day Spotlights Importance of Early Detection to Improve Prevention and Treatment Strategies

This Sunday, July 28, is World Hepatitis Day, an observance that reminds us that hepatitis (inflammation of the liver) remains largely unknown as a major health threat. Approximately half a billion people worldwide and 4.4 million people in the U.S. live with chronic viral hepatitis, with one million deaths resulting…more.

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By Linda Barlow | Jul 17, 2013

Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month Underscores Efforts to Identify Causes and Develop Treatments

That’s right. Children get arthritis too. In fact, according to the Arthritis National Research Foundation (ANRF), nearly 300,000 children in the U.S. have been diagnosed with juvenile arthritis (JA) – one of the most common childhood diseases in the country. When Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) first shows its symptoms in a child’s…more.

Categories: Prevention/Patient-Centered Care
By Shawn J. Green, PhD, Co-founder, Berkeley Test | Jul 16, 2013

More Patients DASH to New Solution to Reduce High Blood Pressure: Part I

What’s the solution to reversing the tide of hypertension, the most commonly diagnosed condition in the United States? More evidence indicates that the answer begins with the food choices we make every day. An underlying cause of heart attacks, strokes and kidney disease, one in three American adults now experiences…more.

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By Linda Barlow | Jul 2, 2013

HPV Vaccine Reduces Infection Rates in Teen Girls

Since the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine was introduced in 2006, vaccine-type HPV prevalence has decreased by 56 percent among females 14-19 years old, according to a new study published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted virus in the United States. Although the vast majority of HPV infections do…more.

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By Paul DeMiglio | Jun 19, 2013

Does More Data = More Accurate Results?

Every year U.S. News & World Report comes out with its “Best Hospitals” rankings, and providers wear them like a badge of honor. No doubt the recognition is prestigious. But how many people know why hospitals are ranked as they are? We decided to dig a little deeper and break…more.

Categories: Prevention/Patient-Centered Care
By Linda Barlow | Jun 13, 2013

More Patients Choosing Hospice “Comfort Care” Option

In today’s health care environment, so much attention is paid to preventing and eradicating disease to improve health outcomes. But for patients facing terminal illness or life-limiting conditions, accessing quality care can be a frightening and lonely challenge. That’s where hospice comes in as an option for more and more people.…more.

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By Paul DeMiglio | Jun 11, 2013

Take a Vacation from Guilt with Practical Tips for Healthful Eating

Worried that your upcoming summer getaway will mean overindulgence and more hours on the treadmill? Well you might be relieved to find out that coming home from your next trip doesn’t have to mean running away from the scale. Following a few simple, evidence-based eating strategies will equip you with the…more.

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By Linda Barlow | Jun 6, 2013

Patient Venture Philanthropies: Catalyzing the Development and Delivery of Therapeutic Breakthroughs

How are patient-focused organizations making tangible advances in creating life-saving and life-enhancing therapeutic innovations? The experiences of at least two foundations show that collaboration with stakeholders across industries – private, government, academia, insurers and clinicians – is a good place to start. One example of success is JDRF (formerly the…more.

Categories: Prevention/Patient-Centered Care
By Linda Barlow | May 29, 2013

Say Goodnight to Unhealthy Diet Habits for Better Sleep

Are you having trouble getting enough zzz’s? If so, it might be time for a quick inventory of your bed-time diet to avoid another round of tossing, turning and sleep deprivation come the next day. Although a variety of health factors play a role in the duration and quality of…more.

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Turning DASH Strategy into Reality for Improved Cardio Wellness Outcomes: Part II

World Hepatitis Day Spotlights Importance of Early Detection to Improve Prevention and Treatment Strategies

Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month Underscores Efforts to Identify Causes and Develop Treatments

More Patients DASH to New Solution to Reduce High Blood Pressure: Part I

HPV Vaccine Reduces Infection Rates in Teen Girls

Does More Data = More Accurate Results?

More Patients Choosing Hospice “Comfort Care” Option

Take a Vacation from Guilt with Practical Tips for Healthful Eating

Patient Venture Philanthropies: Catalyzing the Development and Delivery of Therapeutic Breakthroughs

Say Goodnight to Unhealthy Diet Habits for Better Sleep

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