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The Role of Lifestyle Medicine in Reversing Early Chronic Disease

Edge Family Medicine

A Health Revolution with Lifestyle Medicine At Edge Family Medicine, we recognize the transformative power of lifestyle medicine in reversing early-stage chronic diseases. As a leading family medical practice in Upland, CA, we champion evidence-based approaches that empower patients to take control of their health.

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A Comprehensive Approach to the Opioid Crisis in Caldwell County, North Carolina [Social determinants and vulnerable populations]

Annals of Family Medicine

The homeless population has tripled with over half of this population suffering from untreated drug addiction and mental health issues. In one week, EMS personnel may respond to a 911 call six times at the same address in a one week period. Through a funded grant.

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Medicare Annual Wellness Visit: What Is It?

Boulder Medical Center

A Medicare Annual Wellness Visit is a once-per-year appointment covered by Medicare Part B. Unlike a routine physical or sick visit, the AWV focuses on health risk assessment, screening, and prevention—not diagnosing or treating new or existing conditions. The post Medicare Annual Wellness Visit: What Is It?

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Well-being Investment: Movement & Exercise

Joy in Family Medicine Coaching

Exercise improves and maintains: vascular health (cerebro-, cardio-, and peripheral-) musculoskeletal health (including balance, decreasing falls, and functional fitness - want to still carry your own groceries at 90?) What a fantastic health intervention! Rebuild Trust : Follow through with appointments you make with yourself.

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How Often Should My Child Visit the Doctor?

Hitchcock Family Medicine

New parents may be unsure of how often their child should visit their family doctors. Between One and Four Years Old Your child will have many pediatrician appointments between the ages of one and four. Your child's mental health will also be evaluated as well as their social skills.

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Tips to Help your New Year’s Resolutions Stick in 2025

Noreta Family Medicine

Just like you schedule your doctor and hair appointments, schedule time to exercise so that you will keep that time free. Don’t forget about your mental health. These are good reasons to make an appointment with your primary care doctor. If you want to exercise: Schedule time on your calendar to exercise.

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5 things you can do to improve your health that have nothing to do with dieting

Vida Family Medicine

As a family physician, I spend a lot of time with patients focusing on how to best take care of themselves to prevent or manage chronic disease. Often when I meet a patient who is taking steps to improve their health, the first thing that they do is make changes to what they are eating.