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Source: Pexels Copyright: Jens Mahnke URL: https://www.pexels.com/photo/person-in-black-sneakers-walking-on-street-1153838/ License: Licensed by JMIR Peripheral artery disease, a painful condition affecting older adults, is caused by a buildup of plaque in the blood vessels of the arms and legs that restricts circulation. Smoking, diabetes, obesity and high cholesterol are contributing factors. Claudication, the cramping pain patients experience in their extremities, affects their quality of life. “It’s really poor leg circulation,” says Tracie Collins, MD, MPH, dean of The University of New Mexico (UNM) College of Population Health. “It compromises your ability to walk.” Medications can help alleviate the symptoms, but taking regular walks is the most effective wayRead More →

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Source: The Authors / Canva Copyright: The Authors / Canva URL: https://cancer.jmir.org/2021/4/e31966/ License: Licensed by JMIR A new report produced by CancerAid, AIA Australia, and Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is the first of its kind globally to showcase how a digitally delivered cancer coaching program supports patients in their return to work Highlights ● A new study based on a breakthrough digitally delivered coach program, created and managed by CancerAid, has proven to increase cancer patients’ likelihood of returning to work by 73%. ● CancerAid has released a peer-reviewed research report, published by JMIR Cancer, proving the success of the program. ● The report was writtenRead More →