Millions of us suffer from chronic illnesses, from asthma and diabetes to fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Chronic illnesses are persistent and long lasting. Our experts—including those with chronic conditions—offer tips, treatments and advice to ease the burden.
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Ever since her teenage years, Samantha Searl had accepted knee pain as part of life. Not until age 48 did she discover she didn't have to live that way.
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Trimming just 10 percent from your overall weight can drastically improve your odds of better managing your insulin levels.
A proper diet is often one of the first steps in the journey to better blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
Miguel Munoz thought he just had the flu and back pain. He soon found himself in a fight for his life.
With the right diet, high-caliber athletes can enhance performance and improve recovery times. A culinary-minded doctor explains how it's done.
For one Michigan clan, joint replacement has been a family affair overseen by longtime doctors and the family's nurse.
With wireless technology, an epilepsy monitoring unit gives a girl more freedom to play and move about during her hospital stay.
A three-drug inhaler could simplify daily asthma treatments, improving the odds that people will follow their regimen.
Researchers are trying to understand the precise mix of factors that contribute to improved health outcomes.
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