Chronic Diseases - American Medical Association
Chronic diseases are long-term health conditions that can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life.
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
Mar 25, 2026 · Bronchitis inflames airways, causing cough and fatigue. Jonathan Stoever, MD, a pulmonologist at Confluence Health, explains bronchitis symptoms and care.
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 …
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.
How these health systems are transforming chronic disease care
Feb 22, 2024 · Physicians and health systems across the country continue to face the growing challenge of preventing and managing chronic diseases. This intensifies the need to create innovative …
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 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.
Is consent for chronic care management (CCM) required regularly? DEBUNKING THE MYTH The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) does not require physicians, other clinicians, or …
What doctors wish patients knew about rebound congestion
Aug 29, 2025 · Public Health Chronic Diseases What doctors wish patients knew about rebound congestion Also known as rhinitis medicamentosa, this condition occurs when you overuse nasal …