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End-of-Life Choices

Trends in end-of-life care show that not only does the care given vary widely from region to region and hospital to hospital, but also patients often don't get the care they prefer. What can be done?

Care Management Puzzle

Chronic diseases and the cost of care are rising. Are disease management programs improving outcomes for patients with complex, chronic conditions?

No Middleman

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Chronic Disease Care

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Indian Health Clinic Uses CDC Grant To Combat Diabetes

The Potawot Health Village in Arcata, Calif. -- a multi-tribal health clinic serving the region's American Indian and Native Alaskan populations -- was one of 17 Indian organizations nationwide to receive a $100,000 grant from CDC's Native Diabetes Wellness Program. Potawot will use the grant to develop a comprehensive Food as Medicine program aimed at combating diabetes.



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