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Translating the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit into Messages and Materials to Improve Preventive Care In Older Adults. [Community based participatory research]

Annals of Family Medicine

The Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) is a Medicare benefit aimed at increasing preventive care and building a stronger patient-clinician relationship. However, uptake of the AWV in primary care has been low, and many patients are unaware of this free annual visit.

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Sun Safety Tips: Protect Skin & Stay Hydrated

Edge Family Medicine

At Edge Family Medicine , we want your family to enjoy the outdoors safely. If you notice any suspicious signs, our team at Edge Family Medicine can help guide you on next steps. Why Edge Family Medicine Cares At Edge Family Medicine , we believe prevention is key.

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Taking Control of Your Health: The Benefits of Preventative Care

Newnan Family Medicine Associates

Preventative care is a way to keep you healthy while detecting diseases and illnesses when they are treatable, reducing complications. Your overall health is important for improved quality of life and peace of mind. However, people don’t usually think about visiting hospitals until they experience.

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Staff perspectives of a novel integrated community care hub in an urban underserved population (UK) [Child and adolescent health]

Annals of Family Medicine

We interviewed 15 staff involved in delivering the SCZ these included GPs, secondary care consultants, and social care practitioners. o Conclusions: The SCZ is well-placed to provide improved preventative care for underserved children and their families.

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Practice patterns of Ontario physicians working in 'boutique' medical clinics [Economic or policy analysis]

Annals of Family Medicine

Comparatively, physicians in general practice were more likely to see patients for mental health, chronic disease, and preventive care. There was a higher rate of referrals to dermatology, surgery, and family practice from boutique clinics.

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Dr. Donovan Ogboh, DO Comes To Plum Health DPC July 2025

Plum Health

Donovan Ogboh is a Family Medicine Doctor in Detroit Michigan Dr. Donovan Ogboh is a board-certified family medicine physician with a dedicated interest in preventive care, sports medicine, pediatric care, women’s health, and the ongoing management of chronic conditions.

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An Open Letter to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. On Why Integrated Care Should Be a Cornerstone of the HHS Agenda

Integrated Care News by CFHA

It’s a practical, people-first model that breaks down the harmful silos between mind and body care, reduces dependency on medical interventions alone and promotes healthy lifestyles, while providing timely, effective treatment and preventative care for mental health and substance use concerns—exactly the kind of community-based, decentralized solutions (..)