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Behavioral Health Provider Perspectives on the Integration of Behavioral Health into Primary Care [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

Population Studied: Interviewees (n=10) included generalist Behavioral Health Consultants, specialized Behavioral Health Consultants, and Directors of Behavioral Health representing 7 organizations in New Jersey in different settings, e.g., adult primary care, pediatrics, and women’s health. Setting: Virtual interviews.

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The Impact of a Health Professions Education Program on Concussion Management: A Multi-Methods Study of ECHO Concussion [Neurologic illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

ECHO Concussion also increased clinicians’ comfort in managing concussion by reinforcing previous knowledge while offering a supportive expert team to consult on knowledge and practice questions. Conclusion Concussion management is complex and ECHO Concussion can be beneficial for frontline clinicians.

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Common Childhood Illnesses and When to See Your Family Care Physician

Hitchcock Family Medicine

Childhood is a time of growth, exploration, and, unfortunately, illness. As children’s immune systems develop, they are more susceptible to a range of common illnesses. Knowing when to see family care physicians is essential for ensuring your child's health and preventing complications.

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What Does Behavioral Health Provider Practice in Primary Care Look Like? [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

Setting: Seven family medicine practices in one Colorado USA health system. BHPs’ clinical time was divided among direct patient care (56%), administrative tasks (29%) and consultation with other team members (15%). Analysis involved descriptive statistics and a qualitative modified rapid matrix approach.

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Understanding “Christmas Mastitis”: A Guide for Breastfeeding Moms

Vida Family Medicine

Dehydration : Busy schedules, lack of water, and even fighting off seasonal illnesses can leave moms more dehydrated than usual. Signs of mastitis, including a red, hot, swollen breast, fever, body aches, and feeling ill. You can call the office or book a lactation consultation here.

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"Investigating White Culture": a Phenomenological Study on How Culture Shapes Behavioral Health Processes in Primary Care [Behavioral, psychosocial, and mental illness]

Annals of Family Medicine

Objective: Thus, we explored how Behavioral Health Consultants (BHCs) defined culture and how it shaped screening, assessment, and treatment of behavioral health conditions in racially and ethnically marginalized patients in IPC settings. However, which approaches are optimal remains unknown.

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A Guide to Allergy Testing

Mesa Family Physician

Let your provider know about any medications or recent illnesses. Always consult a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and treatment options that suit your lifestyle. Avoid caffeine or certain supplements that might affect your immune response. Understanding Your Results Interpreting allergy test results can be tricky.

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