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Need to See a Doctor Fast? Here’s How Urgent Care Could Save Your Day

Plum Health

We'll also touch on women’s health , mental health , and how to get the most out of your visit. I once had a patient with an asthma attack come into urgent care. Many urgent care clinics now offer mental health services , including medication management for anxiety and depression, or help during a panic attack.

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Q&A: Experts Urge Pediatric Advocacy Amid Worsening Climate Hazards

Physician's Weekly

As climate change increases in certain pediatric illnesses like asthma, pediatricians have a role in caring for children, especially in vulnerable communities. Climate change increases the frequency and severity of floods, with compounding effects on child health.” How are children in vulnerable communities at greater risk?

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Telemedicine vs. In-Person Care: Choosing the Best Option for Your Health

Edge Family Medicine

Safety – Reduces exposure to contagious illnesses. When to Choose Telemedicine Routine follow-ups for chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or asthma. Mild illnesses such as colds, rashes, or minor infections. Mental health consultations , including therapy and psychiatry.

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Michigan's Best Primary Care: Here’s Why It's a Game Changer for Your Health!

Plum Health

We’ll also dive into specific health concerns for men and women, as well as the growing importance of mental health in primary care. Primary care is your go-to for all things health-related. Primary care doctors don’t just treat illnesses—they work to prevent them before they even occur. What is Primary Care?

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Analysis of primary care prescription trends in England during the COVID-19 pandemic compared against a predictive model

BMJ

Increased prescribing of certain groups of medications, such as insulin, immunosuppressant drugs, and medications for long-term respiratory illnesses, may hint that these patient groups experienced disproportionate anxiety over medication procurement during the pandemic.