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Why Regular Check-ups Matter: Preventive Care at Mesa Family Physicians

Mesa Family Physician

This continuity of care is especially important for managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease—conditions that respond best to consistent monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans. Our Mesa physicians are experts at helping local residents balance health priorities with career demands.

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The Vital Role of Sports Physicals for Young Athletes

East Cary Family Physicians

Vaccination Status: Ensuring your child’s vaccinations are up to date is essential for safeguarding their health and the health of their teammates against preventable diseases that can spread in group sports settings.

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

East Cary Family Physicians

Let’s delve into why fall is the perfect time to prioritize these vaccines and understand how they can safeguard your family’s health. RSV can cause severe respiratory illness, making vaccination an essential preventive measure. The flu vaccine helps reduce the risk of flu infection and its potentially severe complications.

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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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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.