These guidelines update those presented in 2008 and expand the medical conditions for which physical activity is likely beneficial. The final recommendations are based on a systematic literature review by a committee of exercise and health experts and include only those recommendations judged to...
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The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
Importance Approximately 80% of US adults and adolescents are insufficiently active. Physical activity fosters normal growth and development and can make people feel, function, and sleep better and reduce risk of many chronic diseases.
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Effectiveness of brief alcohol interventions in primary care populations
Background
Excessive drinking is a significant cause of mortality, morbidity and social problems in many countries. Brief interventions aim to reduce alcohol consumption and related harm in hazardous and harmful drinkers who are not actively seeking help for alcohol problems....
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Incidental Pulmonary Nodules Detected on CT Images
Summary of the Clinical Problem
An incidental lung nodule on CT scan can create uncertainty for clinicians and anxiety for patients and families, given that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer mortality in the United States. Incidental lung nodules are not uncommon. A systematic...
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Efficacy, Effectiveness, and Safety of Herpes Zoster Vaccines in Adults Aged 50 and Older: Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
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To compare the efficacy, effectiveness, and safety of the herpes zoster live attenuated vaccine with the herpes zoster adjuvant recombinant subunit vaccine or placebo for adults aged 50 and older.
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Systematic review with bayesian meta-analysis and network...
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Plantar Fasciitis: A Concise Review
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One challenge in the treatment of plantar fasciitis is that very few high-quality studies exist comparing different treatment modalities to guide evidence-based management. Current literature suggests a change to the way that plantar fasciitis is managed. This article reviews the...
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The Mediterranean Diet: What You Need to Know About Eating the Mediterranean Way
When you think about Mediterranean food, your mind may go to pizza and pasta from Italy, or lamb chops from Greece, but these dishes don’t fit into the healthy dietary plans advertised as “Mediterranean.” A true Mediterranean diet consists mainly of fruits and vegetables, seafood, olive oil,...
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Stroke Prevention in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation: A Systematic Review Update
Purpose of Review
To update a previous review in patients with atrial fibrillation/atrial flutter (AF) to determine the best assessment tools for predicting risk of stroke and bleeding, as well as the best treatment options to prevent stroke. Current treatments include new antithrombotic...
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Partnering to Catalyze Comprehensive Community Wellness
The Public Health Leadership Forum (PHLF) at ...
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AHRQ Health Literacy Universal Precautions Toolkit
Introduction
To successfully manage their health, people must be able “to obtain, process, and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health decisions.” Known as health literacy, this ability involves using reading, writing, verbal,...
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