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Measles, vaccine hesitancy, and the ACIP

Common Sense Family Doctor

In a 2024 American Family Physician editorial , Dr. Doug Campos-Outcalt reviewed best practices for diagnosis and prevention of measles. Increasing vaccine hesitancy has depressed measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccination rates in the affected jurisdictions, making more people vulnerable to the highly contagious illness.

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What is primary care? Part 2

Noreta Family Medicine

What is the meaning of Family Medicine? As the name suggests, a family physician can take care of your entire family – from the day of your birth (even before!) I love family medicine because as family physicians, we can be trained to provide care for patients in many different settings.

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Your First Line of Defense Against Illness

Mesa Family Physician

In this blog, we’ll break down what preventive care involves, explore its relationship with short-term health insurance, and explain why it’s a critical part of staying healthy at any stage of life. Think vaccinations, annual checkups, screenings for blood pressure or cholesterol, and lifestyle counseling. What Is Preventive Care?

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The Vital Role of Sports Physicals for Young Athletes

East Cary Family Physicians

As your trusted family physicians, we understand the significance of ensuring your child’s health and safety before they dive into the world of school sports and physical activities. In this blog, we’ll explore the vital role of sports physicals in preparing your young athletes for a successful and injury-free school year.

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8 Reasons Why Family Physicians are the Actual Stars of Medicine

Family Medicine Initiative

Austria 14 Canada 15 France 16 Norway 17 Japan 18 USA 19 Sweden 20 Average GP visits 336 238 235 214 206 101 87 202 Specialist visits 284 70 98 91 70 102 44 108 Hospitalizations 38 8 28 14 6 7 13 16 Family physicians provide accessible and comprehensive care for most healthcare needs, most diseases, and all organs.

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Fall Shots: Shielding Your Family from RSV, COVID-19, and the Flu

East Cary Family Physicians

In this blog, East Cary Family Physicians explores the critical importance of fall shots, focusing on Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), COVID-19, and the seasonal flu. Let’s delve into why fall is the perfect time to prioritize these vaccines and understand how they can safeguard your family’s health.