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Demystifying Diabetes

East Cary Family Physicians

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, caring for someone with diabetes, or seeking to enhance your knowledge, this guide aims to provide valuable insights and practical tips. It’s important to take medications as prescribed and attend regular follow-up appointments with healthcare providers. What is Diabetes?

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Why Regular Check-ups Matter: Preventive Care at Mesa Family Physicians

Mesa Family Physician

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to postpone medical appointments until something feels wrong. Regular check-ups are not just routine appointments; they’re essential investments in your future health and well-being. We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all medicine.

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The Vital Role of Sports Physicals for Young Athletes

East Cary Family Physicians

The Role of Sports Physicals: Sports physicals, also known as pre-participation physical examinations (PPE), are comprehensive assessments aimed at evaluating your child’s physical health and fitness before they engage in organized sports and physical activities.

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8 Reasons Why Family Physicians are the Actual Stars of Medicine

Family Medicine Initiative

6 This graph shows the association between primary care physician density and life expectancy among US states: 3. Having Your Own Long-Term GP Can Save Your Life Patients who choose a GP rather than a specialist as their primary care provider have a 19% 8 lower mortality and produce 22% 9 -33% 8 lower healthcare spending.

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What Is The Best Example Of Preventive Care?

Mesa Family Physician

Tertiary Prevention: Managing Existing Conditions Tertiary preventive care focuses on managing existing chronic diseases to prevent complications, improve quality of life, and reduce the negative impact of disease. These measures are taken after a disease has been diagnosed.