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What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and how might it affect me?

Vida Family Medicine

Here are some key factors that may contribute to the development of PCOS: Insulin Resistance : Many individuals with PCOS have insulin resistance, which means their bodies have trouble using insulin effectively. Some individuals with PCOS have infrequent periods, while others may experience heavy or prolonged bleeding. What Can You Do?

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8 Reasons Why Family Physicians are the Actual Stars of Medicine

Family Medicine Initiative

Adherence to medical advice improves and unnecessary self-referrals to other doctors decrease. Patients share personal issues more easily and medical errors are more easily avoided. 22 Family physicians are the sole care providers for 86% of hypertensive patients and for 71% of diabetics (based on 2.7