A Country Doctor Writes

APRIL 23, 2025

He did suspect Melanie had whooping cough, even though she had been vaccinated. I introduced myself as a family friend and that I was a Family Physician with 46 years of experience and I happened to be staying with her family and happened to hear the classic sound of whooping cough that hadn’t been documented in her earlier visits.

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 24, 2025

Rather than simply reacting to illness, internists work to prevent disease before it starts through screenings, vaccinations, and lifestyle counseling. Preventive Care in Internal Medicine One of the most valuable contributions of internal medicine is its role in preventive care. So, what is the role of preventive medicine in our life?

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Noreta Family Medicine

APRIL 17, 2024

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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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 6, 2025

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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Mesa Family Physician

MAY 8, 2025

It includes things like vaccinations, blood pressure checks, cancer screenings, and annual physicals. What Is Preventive Care? Preventive care refers to medical services that focus on early detection, routine screenings, and health counseling.

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Mesa Family Physician

JUNE 11, 2025

Think vaccinations, annual checkups, screenings for blood pressure or cholesterol, and lifestyle counseling. 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. What Is Preventive Care?

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Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

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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BMJ

MAY 10, 2022

Introductory article to İkİIşik H, Sezerol MA, Taşçı Y, et alCOVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and related factors among primary healthcare workers in a district of Istanbul: a cross-sectional study from TurkeyFamily Medicine and Community Health 2022;10:e001430. 29% (n=86) of the participants were undecided about getting vaccinated.

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Permanente Medicine

JUNE 3, 2025

WM: Like you, I’m a family physician. And not to overuse the sports medicine euphemism too much, but I always say that medicine is a team sport, right from the check-in receptionist to the LVN or the MA who does the vitals to my visit, to the RN who follows up or does the vaccines.

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Hitchcock Family Medicine

AUGUST 11, 2023

From treating personal injuries to helping prevent disease, your physician can do more things than you realize. Preventative Care A family physician will have a complete medical history for you and your family. This doctor can see patients for common ailments, vaccines, or medical conditions.

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East Cary Family Physicians

AUGUST 24, 2023

As your trusted family physicians, we understand the significance of ensuring your child’s health and safety before they dive into the world of school sports and physical activities. At East Cary Family Physicians, we’re committed to providing comprehensive care that supports your child’s overall well-being.

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Family Medicine Initiative

APRIL 10, 2024

Austria 14 Canada 15 France 16 Norway 17 Japan 18 USA 19 Sweden 20 Average GP visits 336 238 235 214 206 101 87 202 Specialist visits 284 70 98 91 70 102 44 108 Hospitalizations 38 8 28 14 6 7 13 16 Family physicians provide accessible and comprehensive care for most healthcare needs, most diseases, and all organs.

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East Cary Family Physicians

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In this blog, East Cary Family Physicians explores the critical importance of fall shots, focusing on Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), COVID-19, and the seasonal flu. Let’s delve into why fall is the perfect time to prioritize these vaccines and understand how they can safeguard your family’s health.

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Maine Academy of Family Physicians

JUNE 21, 2024

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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Family Physicians of Greeley

AUGUST 1, 2023

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? The post August Back to School Month appeared first on Family Physicians of Greeley, PLLP.

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Mesa Family Physician

MARCH 6, 2025

At Mesa Family Physicians, we firmly believe that preventing health problems before they arise is always preferable to treating them after they’ve developed. From childhood vaccinations to adult boosters and seasonal flu shots, immunizations prevent millions of illnesses annually.

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