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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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Intellectual Disability (ID) and Chronic Conditions Burden among Adults : Insights from Harmonized Electronic Health Records [Health care disparities]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) are susceptible to chronic conditions, disproportionately experience health disparities, and are less likely to receive optimal primary care management. Mental health conditions included bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety.

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

Plum Health

Discover the Best Primary Care in Michigan As an experienced doctor who has worked with thousands of patients across Michigan, I can confidently say that finding the right primary care provider is one of the most important decisions you can make for your health. Primary care is your go-to for all things health-related.

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

Edge Family Medicine

Effective Follow-Ups – Great for medication adjustments, test results, and chronic disease management. When to Choose Telemedicine Routine follow-ups for chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or asthma. Mental health consultations , including therapy and psychiatry. Medication refills or adjustments.

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Texas invests $50M in psychedelic drug research to treat addiction

Medical Xpress

Ibogaine shows potential for promoting neuroplasticity and aiding recovery, though it carries cardiac risks that require careful management. The initiative aims to attract additional private investment and facilitate FDA approval. This summary was automatically generated using LLM.

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The 5 Most Common Health Risks for Men and Strategies for Prevention

Dr. Michael Bazel

Men encounter a range of health challenges that are often preventable or manageable with awareness and proactive care. Below are five of the most common health risks for men and practical ways to reduce their impact. Manage Stress: Chronic stress can raise blood pressure and put strain on the heart.