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chronic conditions

Patient Story

Rufus, the teaching teddy bear

A cuddly companion guides young patients in helpful lessons about diabetes.

Return of the house call?

At-home hospital care may be the wave of the future.

Feeling anxious? 5 survival tips for the holidays

Simplify, set limits and manage your expectations to enjoy the season without the stress.

It’s all about the gut

Explore the link between digestive health and chronic disease.

Exercise to conquer chronic health conditions

Getting a move on also lowers body weight, blood pressure and triglycerides.

Authoring the end-of-life story

Advance directives can restore a sense of control for patients amid their final days.

Conquer your sleep issues

Don't count sheep, Ladies. Go to your Zen spot and watch the magic happen.

1 in 3 adults need more sleep

Anything less than seven hours a night increases your risk of developing a variety of health problems.

Good news: U.S. cancer survivors are living longer

Not-so-good news: The likelihood of other chronic conditions will stress health care system in the next two decades.

The express lane to better health  

The conveniences of technology are connecting patients to health care providers in new and exciting ways.   

U.S. curbs chronic illness deaths

Prevention is key to continued progress in fighting cancer, heart disease and diabetes.

More children surviving cancer, but effects are long-lasting

'We really haven't done our job unless they survive and thrive.'