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Hepatitis C Micro-elimination Using Patient Navigation In a Regional Healthcare System [Infectious diseases (not respiratory tract)]

Annals of Family Medicine

Micro-elimination projects aim to selectively foster diagnosis, treatment and reinfection of high priority demographic groups. of patients attended appointments, 19.2% Context: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) disproportionately impacts persons with substance use and mental health disorders within the United States. Among new patients, 58.9%

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Rare Diseases: Pathways to accelerating diagnoses 

Myriad Genetics

Which one of those 17 doctors ultimately was able to pull together the pieces of Alex’s health picture and suggest a diagnosis?  Knowing your diagnosis and any genetic variation related to your medical condition can help you participate in research, connect with others in similar situations and know what therapies are safe to take.

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When to Go to Urgent Care for a Sore Throat: How Can Urgent Care Help?

Doctor On Demand

In these cases, an urgent care clinic might be the best option since it offers same-day appointments, extended hours, and immediate treatment. If your symptoms get worse before your appointment, you may need to go to urgent care. No fever or difficulty swallowing Without these red flags, it’s typically safe to wait for an appointment.

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