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The Role of Internal Medicine in Preventive Health Care

Mesa Family Physician

How is it different from general practice? Internists manage a wide range of conditions, including chronic illnesses like hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease, as well as acute issues such as infections or injuries. A common comparison is between an internist and a family doctor (or general practitioner).

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How a Family Care Physician Can Save Your Life

Hitchcock Family Medicine

If possible, the same applies to helping prevent conditions like cancer and other illnesses. Your doctor will monitor every condition, whether you have weight loss goals or a mental illness. Comprehensive Care General practitioners provide a wide range of services. Yet, it is an invaluable service.

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The importance of social connection: Julianne Holt-Lunstad, Thomas Cudjoe, & Carla Perissinotto

GeriPal

Summary Transcript Summary Social connections impact our health in profound ways, whether it is the support we receive from family and friends in navigating serious illness, the joy from shared social activities, or connecting with our community. Welcome back, Ashwin. Ashwin Kotwal: Excited to be back. Eric: Now, it’s interesting.

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Analysis of primary care prescription trends in England during the COVID-19 pandemic compared against a predictive model

BMJ

In the United Kingdom (UK), primary care practitioners are the first-line clinicians which most patients encounter, providing initial assessment and treatment of a wide variety of conditions. Over one billion prescriptions per year are signed in the UK by these general practitioners (GPs) in primary care.