chronic

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Many have dealt with asthma and may face chronic health problems.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

While its guidance focuses on heart health, the group’s report said its diet recommendations can also can help reduce the risk of other chronic diseases such as Type 2 diabetes and some cancers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

In contrast, for diseases like diabetes and chronic liver disease, both how long people were active and how hard they exercised were important.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

The first is coverage of day-to-day preventive care that includes medications to manage a chronic condition or quick visits to urgent care.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

New programs to treat cancer and other chronic diseases are growing.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French