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A Guide to Glaucoma Awareness & Proactive Eye Health

East Cary Family Physicians

As we embark on Glaucoma Awareness Month, East Cary Family Physicians is unwavering in our commitment to highlight the pivotal role of vision health, with a special emphasis on the early detection of glaucoma. Early detection not only facilitates effective management but also significantly reduces the risk of vision loss.

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MN Legislative Session 2025: Updates on Health Care Bills

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

As we move into the tenth week of the legislative session, Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) lobbyist Megan Verdeja breaks down what’s happening at the Minnesota State Capitol and provides an update on health care bills. This will trigger a special election in District 6. Read a summary of H.F.

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MN Legislative Session 2025: Updates on Hearings and Bills

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

MAFP lobbyist Megan Verdeja shares the latest legislative updates on key health care-related hearings and bills moving through committees.

 Supporters Say: This will improve care coordination. Committee Hearing Updates Last week saw several key legislative hearings.

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Why Regular Check-ups Matter: Preventive Care at Mesa Family Physicians

Mesa Family Physician

However, at Mesa Family Physicians , we believe that preventive healthcare is the cornerstone of long-term wellness for our Mesa, Arizona community. Regular visits to your primary care physician at Mesa Family Physicians provide opportunities for early detection of potential health issues before they become serious problems.

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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care Internal medicine plays a central role in adult health, especially when it comes to prevention, diagnosis, and long-term care. And how does it support preventive care? Physicians who practice internal medicine are called internists or internal medicine doctors.

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Describing family physicians with 'Care of the Elderly' added training or focused practice: A retrospective cohort study [Geriatrics]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Family physicians are central to managing the medical needs of older adults. Some family physicians pursue additional training to become certified as having additional competence in ‘Care of the Elderly’ and/or apply for "focused practice" status to care for older patients.

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Your First Line of Defense Against Illness

Mesa Family Physician

The answer: preventive medicine is sometimes called wellness care or health maintenance , and it’s a core part of primary care. Primary Care and Preventive Care: How They Work Together Primary care providers are often your main point of contact in the healthcare system. Are they the same?

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