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Caring for the Unrepresented: A Podcast with Joe Dixon, Timothy Farrell, Yael Zweig

GeriPal

So you mentioned the burden of chronic multimorbidity and sort of flogging through the diabetes and the hypertension. The annual wellness visit, well, is a great time to check in because those are really tailor made opportunities. Often that doesn’t leave a whole lot of time for other things.

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The Benefits of Preventive Care

Vida Family Medicine

Flu and COVID vaccines do not eliminate infections, but they can reduce the risk of infection and drastically reduce the risk of severe disease requiring hospitalization or ICU care. Your doctor will likely review any vaccines you may be due for at your next wellness visit. This is a vital visit- don't miss it!