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Is there enough time for prevention in primary care?

Common Sense Family Doctor

Family physicians are being squeezed by two accelerating trends: (1) too few of us to care for the growing US population and (2) the rising number of tasks that we are asked to accomplish for each patient. hours) allocated to preventive care. hours) allocated to preventive care.

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What Should I Ask My Doctor During a Checkup?

Mesa Family Physician

Many patients come in with numbers like 104/68 , 126/86 , or 108/62 , but aren’t sure what those figures mean or if they’re in a healthy range. Lifestyle and Prevention What Should I Do to Stay Healthy? Checkups allow your doctor to catch issues early, even before symptoms appear. Use your appointment to learn, track, and plan.

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Proactive Wellness: The Lifesaving Benefits of Regular Check-ups 

East Cary Family Physicians

However, the adage “prevention is better than cure” couldn’t be truer when it comes to our well-being. Regular health check-ups are a cornerstone of preventive healthcare, allowing us to catch potential health issues early and maintain a better quality of life. What are Regular Health Check-ups?