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Evaluation of a Behavior Support Intervention for Patients with Poorly Controlled Diabetes

December 12, 2011 | Journal Article

Modest increases have been seen in diabetes self-management for intermediate outcomes, such as lowered hemoglobin A1C values and changes in self-monitored behavior. This study measures effects of self-management programs for disadvantaged populations.

Videos Show Self-Help Strategies to Manage Psychiatric Problems

January 1, 2004 | Program Result

The Mental Illness Education Project produced two videotapes on self-management of emotional, behavioral or psychiatric challenges.

Self-Management for Chronically Ill Pays Off with Improved Outcomes, Fewer Office Visits

May 1, 2003 | Program Result

Stanford University School of Medicine developed and evaluated a disease management/patient self-care program for patients with chronic disease called "Health Partners."

Self-Care May Reduce Use of Health Services and Increase Patient Satisfaction

March 1, 2002 | Program Result

Healthwise, a Boise, Idaho, private non-profit educational organization, conducted a multi-faceted public education campaign focusing on patient self-care intervention in a four-county Idaho area.

Symptoms Improved in Chronically Ill People Who Used an Online Self-Management Program

February 1, 2007 | Program Result

In 2001-05, researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine conducted a randomized, controlled study of the use of an Internet Chronic Disease Self-Management Program.

Researchers Test Survey Tool to Measure Patients' Participation in Their Health Care

November 1, 2007 | Program Result

The University of Oregon defined patient activation as it relates to those with chronic illness, and developed and tested an instrument to measure patient activation.

Heart Failure Education Reduces Readmissions

February 26, 2013

Oregon Health and Science University cut readmissions for heart failure patients by 11 percent over an 18-month period through improved patient education.

Prescription for Health: Promoting Healthy Behaviors in Primary Care Research Networks

National Program

To develop, field test and disseminate innovative and feasible interventions for primary care-based health behavior change counseling, in collaboration with the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.

New Health Partnerships: Improving Care by Engaging Patients

National Program

To support pilot testing of innovations to overcome barriers to patients managing their chronic conditions, including an online collaborative, a virtual learning community for providers, and a virtual learning community for patients and families.

Managing Pediatric Asthma: Emergency Department Demonstration Program

National Program

Initiative to reduce emergency department visits, increase reliance on primary care providers, improve adherence to clinical protocols, and improve patient knowledge of and compliance with therapeutic regimens.

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