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A Guide to Allergy Testing

Mesa Family Physician

You might consider testing if you experience: Sneezing and congestion Chronic cough or asthma Itchy or watery eyes Hives or rashes Digestive discomfort Frequent sinus infections Reactions to unknown substances These seven allergy symptoms are common signs your body might be reacting to allergens. Can Blood Pressure Affect Allergy Testing?

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Podcast: AI, innovation, and value-based care in medicine

Permanente Medicine

I’m a family physician by training. And a while ago, there were fires and what we were able to do with our databases was really to identify those at highest risk for an asthma exacerbation under these circumstances. Khang Nguyen (02:24): Thank you so much for asking that question. Khang Nguyen (18:00): It really does.

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8 Reasons Why Family Physicians are the Actual Stars of Medicine

Family Medicine Initiative

GPs Are the Backbone of Effective Healthcare Systems Countries with a stronger focus on primary care and family medicine, rather than on hospitals and specialists, enjoy better health, 1 , 2 lower health inequalities, 2 , 3 and prevent hospitalizations. They are therefore the foundation of every healthcare system.