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The Most Common Respiratory Diseases Affecting Men’s Health

Dr. Michael Bazel

Use prescribed bronchodilators or inhalers if diagnosed. Additionally, men are often diagnosed at later stages because they may ignore early symptoms. Use a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine if diagnosed. Complete the full course of antibiotics if diagnosed. Wash hands regularly to prevent infections.

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How to Prepare for Your Preventive Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

Age-appropriate physical examination that typically covers heart, lung, abdominal, skin, neurological, and musculoskeletal assessments. Health risk assessment considering factors like diet, physical activity, sleep patterns, stress levels, tobacco or alcohol use, and other lifestyle elements that significantly impact your health trajectory.

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Fever FAQs (contd.)- Signs, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

Rao Doctor

One of the primary tools used in diagnosing fever is the thermometer, an instrument that measures body temperature. recent travel, exposure to infectious diseases, vaccination status, and any ongoing medical conditions or medications. Fever is a common indication that the body is fighting off infection.

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The Importance of a Primary Care Relationship

Edge Family Medicine

Whether you’re visiting for an annual physical, managing a chronic condition, or simply seeking guidance on wellness, a consistent relationship with your provider creates the foundation for better outcomes and a better experience. Screenings, vaccines, and lifestyle counseling are more effective when they’re built on a relationship.

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Finding the Right Clinic: A Guide to Quality Care

Plum Health

Whether it's a urinary tract infection or a severe ear infection, urgent care clinics can quickly diagnose and treat infections. Clinics are often smaller than hospitals and may focus on a specific type of care, such as general health check-ups, urgent care, vaccinations, or specialty services like physical therapy.

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What is primary care? Part 2

Noreta Family Medicine

I enjoy seeing patients for all kinds of visits as well – mental health, physicals, GYN concerns, coughs/colds, etc. I cannot tell you the number of times that I have seen a patient and discovered additional diagnoses after they had been to urgent care. In fact, I enjoy patients who are engaged in their care and ask questions.

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How to manage your cold/flu/RSV/COVID symptoms at home

Vida Family Medicine

I want to make sure that everyone who needs my attention is able to be seen which means I physically can't see everyone. In this case I recommend that my patients contact me to discuss- often this can be diagnosed and treated virtually. The good news is, there are plenty of things you can do at home to manage your symptoms safely!