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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

Physicians who practice internal medicine are called internists or internal medicine doctors. Internists manage a wide range of conditions, including chronic illnesses like hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, as well as acute issues such as infections or injuries. Many wonder: What does an internal medicine doctor do?

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November is Diabetes Awareness Month

Family Physicians of Greeley

Diabetes is and is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. of the adult population) in Colorado have diagnosed diabetes, and that every year approximately 34,291 people are newly diagnosed? Understanding what diabetes is and how it affects your body are key to awareness. Below are descriptions of each.

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Your First Line of Defense Against Illness

Mesa Family Physician

Your primary care provider (PCP) is the one who helps you implement a preventive strategy and adjust it as your needs evolve. Primary Care and Preventive Care: How They Work Together Primary care providers are often your main point of contact in the healthcare system. So when people ask: What is primary care and preventive care?

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