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The power of self-management to target gaps in chronic disease care

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This is an ongoing challenge, and one that reared its head again during the pandemic, as questions over vaccine equity arose. At a more fundamental level, even the words used in scientific communication are facing scrutiny because of how they can affect people’s health outcomes. The importance of data.

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Rethinking trial engagement and recruitment starts with patient perspectives: patient survey insights

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With countless media stories regarding COVID-19 published over a period of several years, it was obvious that people around the globe were tuned in to every step of the fight against the pandemic, eagerly learning about everything from symptoms to vaccine development. counterparts). Long-term partners.

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Pharmacy united in the recovery of healthcare

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People with poor health literacy have poor understanding of what to do and where to obtain medicines and services; communications are generally poor and interactions with health care professionals tend to be largely passive. was a remarkably effective way to establish good communication, he said. They ask few questions.