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The Physicians Foundation Announces New Recipient in Leadership Award Program, Recognized for Addressing Drivers of Health

The Physicians Foundation

Oyeyemi’s vision for the CHFC was inspired by his realization that many patients who he encountered in traditional health care settings were unable to access preventive care due to their insurance status, leading to avoidable negative health outcomes. The Foundation’s support will help an upcoming program, The Healthy Neighbor 2.0,

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

Plum Health

It’s where you turn for regular check-ups, advice on staying healthy, and help with managing any chronic illnesses like diabetes or hypertension. Think of it as the front line of healthcare—the first place you visit when you have a medical concern, whether it’s a persistent cough or a more complex issue like heart disease.

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How to manage GLP-1s in the hospital

Today's Hospitalist

THE BLOCKBUSTER GLP-1 receptor agonists are a transformative class of medications increasingly tied to better outcomes across a variety of conditions and organ systems, not just in patients with obesity and type 2 diabetes. “You want someone who can monitor patients’ side effects and have a longitudinal relationship with them.”

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How to get the preventive care you need!

Vida Family Medicine

This could include screening for chronic diseases such as high blood pressure or diabetes, as well as screening for cancer. If you already have a chronic disease- there is still plenty of prevention you can do! For many patients without health insurance, or even those with insurance, this can be a challenge.

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Optimizing Nutrition in Aging: A Podcast with Anna Pleet, Elizabeth Eckstrom, and Emily Johnston

GeriPal

Widera and Smith have no relationships to disclose. Guests Anna Pleet, Elizabeth Eckstrom, and Emily Johnston have no relationships to disclose. The time it takes to look at chronic disease prevention or outcomes is just, it’s in the word chronic. So it just made sense to kind of bring that all together.

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What Is The Best Example Of Preventive Care?

Mesa Family Physician

Tertiary Prevention: Managing Existing Conditions Tertiary preventive care focuses on managing existing chronic diseases to prevent complications, improve quality of life, and reduce the negative impact of disease. These measures are taken after a disease has been diagnosed.