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How to Prepare for Your Preventive Care Visit

Mesa Family Physician

Consider asking these essential questions: “Based on my age, gender, and health history, what screenings or vaccinations should I receive now and in the coming years?” “Are there specific health risks I should be aware of based on my personal or family history?

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What is primary care? Part 2

Noreta Family Medicine

What is the meaning of Family Medicine? As the name suggests, a family physician can take care of your entire family – from the day of your birth (even before!) I love family medicine because as family physicians, we can be trained to provide care for patients in many different settings.

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Your First Line of Defense Against Illness

Mesa Family Physician

In this blog, we’ll break down what preventive care involves, explore its relationship with short-term health insurance, and explain why it’s a critical part of staying healthy at any stage of life. Think vaccinations, annual checkups, screenings for blood pressure or cholesterol, and lifestyle counseling. What Is Preventive Care?

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Key Bills in the 2025 Legislative Session AAFP is Watching Closely

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

As the 2025 legislative session swings into full gear, the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) has set its sights on a cadre of pivotal bills set to shape the healthcare landscape for years to come. HB 2 – Vaccine Consent What’s in the Bill: Sponsored by Rep.

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2024 Summer Pinecones E-Newsletter -- ADVOCACY News

Maine Academy of Family Physicians

Medicare Coverage of Recommended Vaccines – There is a split in coverage on vaccines in the Medicare program. Since most physicians cannot bill under part D, we are forced to refer to pharmacies for vaccines such as Tdap, Shingrix and RSV. That’s why passage of the Seniors’ Act is imperative.

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August Back to School Month

Family Physicians of Greeley

Vaccines are one of the best ways to keep your child healthy and safe. Did you know that vaccination rates around the country have fallen sharply due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Our offices are open and ready to safely provide well-care, sick-care, mental health screenings, immunizations, physicals, and more.

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What Is The Best Example Of Preventive Care?

Mesa Family Physician

At Mesa Family Physicians, we firmly believe that preventing health problems before they arise is always preferable to treating them after they’ve developed. These measures are taken before any evidence of disease or injury is present and are designed to prevent health problems from occurring in the first place.