The Physicians Foundation

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Scorecard with National and State Level Data Reveals Workforce Shortages, Low Primary Care Reimbursement, and Reduced Patient Access to Vital Services February 18, 2025 – As the nation faces a widespread surge in chronic diseases, the third Primary Care Scorecard highlights how systemic disinvestment in U.S.

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Primary Care Chronic Disease Primary Care Physician Nurse Practitioner 52

Family Medicine Initiative

APRIL 10, 2024

As a general practitioner and primary care researcher, it was always fascinating for me to delve into the scientific literature to investigate this issue. The following graph shows the striking difference in premature mortality between countries with weak or strong primary care: 2. Is that appropriate, or should it be the opposite?

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Family Physician Families Family GP 130

Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 6, 2025

Understanding the Three Types of Preventive Care Before diving into specific examples, it’s important to understand that preventive health care is categorized into three distinct types: primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention. Each plays a crucial role in a comprehensive approach to healthcare.

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