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A Guide to Allergy Testing

Mesa Family Physician

Always consult a healthcare professional for accurate diagnosis and treatment options that suit your lifestyle. Can Blood Pressure Affect Allergy Testing? Interestingly, some people ask about blood pressure in relation to allergies. Allergy testing can help bring clarity and control to your health.

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Nurse Practitioners Critical in Treating Older Adults as Ranks of Geriatricians Shrink

Physician's Weekly

On a gloomy Friday in January, Johnson, a nurse practitioner who treats older adults, had a hospice consult with Ellen, a patient in her 90s in declining health. That means many older adults will be relying on other primary care physicians, who already can’t keep up with demand , and nurse practitioners, whose ranks are booming.