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8 Reasons Why Family Physicians are the Actual Stars of Medicine

Family Medicine Initiative

A recent study of almost 3 million US patients showed that those who visited primary care were much more likely to receive preventive services : 127% more vaccinations, 122% more colonoscopies, and 75% more mammograms. GPs Prioritize Prevention One reason why GPs can improve health and save costs is their stronger focus on prevention.

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How to identify a victim of heat exhaustion or heat stroke

Medical Xpress

Heat stroke presents with dry skin, confusion, delirium, very high heart rate, low blood pressure, and body temperature above 40°C (104°F), risking organ failure and requiring immediate cooling. 40°C (101–104°F).

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