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Dignity Health and Aetna have reached an agreement on a new multi-year contract. The new agreement is effective April 1 and healthcare services received by Aethna members since then will be covered at their in-network benefit levels. Dignities Health Medical Foundation MD President Robert Quinn calls this a win for patients who deserve access to high-quality local services.
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1 year ago Read more at Red Bluff Daily News

In relation to the association between CVR and HRQL in our study, it was notable that the non-exacerbator patients with a high CVR were those with worse HQL. This finding has not previously been reported. In this study, the SF-36 variables related to physical aspects (pain, physical functioning and general health perception) were the most affected in the phenotype.
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1 year ago Read more at Nature.com

Rural communities tend to depend more on primary care clinicians, Dr. Yalda Jabbarpour said. In 2021, 37% of all physicians in training (residents) began training in primary care, but only 15% of all physician were practicing primary care three to five years after residency. The study also found that there is a slightly higher density of primary care providers in rural and underserved areas.
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1 year ago Read more at North Carolina Health News

This study suggests that consuming UPFs can link to a staggering 32 harmful health effects including increased risk of developing serious conditions like heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, and even mental health issues. These foods are factory-made products loaded with added sugars, unhealthy fats, artificial colours, and preservatives. This comes at a time when global consumption of UPF, including convenient options like cereals, protein bars, sugary drinks, and fast food, is on the rise.
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1 year ago Read more at The Hindu

NAMI Fresno is preparing for its 20th annual "NAMI Walks' in May. Manuel Piceno feels blessed to be sitting here today, hoping his story will make an impact.
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1 year ago Read more at KFSN-TV

JACE DICOLA/The Daily Sentinel Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing Executive Director Kim Bimestefer kicked off the Thursday’s Healthier Together Summit. Her presentation centered around the many social and medical challenges impacting healthcare and the solutions underway or in development.
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1 year ago Read more at Grand Junction Daily Sentinel

The Forest Service (USDA) announced a prescribed burn in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest for late April or early May. The target of the prescribed burn is to create a patchy mosaic pattern to improve forest health and vigor.
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1 year ago Read more at KRCR

The Porter County Health Department is hosting a School Supply Drive. Drop off new school supplies at their donation boxes located in the main lobby and health department at 155 Indiana Ave, Valparaiso, IN. Supplies needed: Backpacks Scissors Clorox wipes Erasers Pencils Notebooks Crayons Binders Folders Rulers Calculators Highlighters Colored pencils.
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1 year ago Read more at WIMS AM 1420

So far, the risk to humans remains low, officials said, but scientists are wary that the virus could change to spread more easily among people. The virus, known as Type A H5N1, has been detected in nearly three dozen dairy herds in eight states. Tests also show the virus is spreading among cows, including those that don't show symptoms.
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1 year ago Read more at Voice of America - VOA News

Data shows nearly a third of people guess wrong about their loved ones' end-of-life preferences. Advance care planning is the process of making decisions about your future medical care. This helps your family act on your wishes and reduces stress for them during a difficult time. Hanau: Knowing your wishes helps caregivers make difficult decisions with confidence.
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1 year ago Read more at WRAL News