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How to get the preventive care you need!

Vida Family Medicine

to take care of ourselves and prevent disease, or to treat disease when we catch it early than it is to treat a more complicated health problem. This could include screening for chronic diseases such as high blood pressure or diabetes, as well as screening for cancer. It is much easier (and cheaper!)

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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. Remember, the most effective healthcare strategy is prevention, and the best time to start is now.