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Revisiting the Advantages of aSOAP Notes: The Best of the Paper Chart and Old School Photography

A Country Doctor Writes

In primary care it is often necessary to think in terms of including more than our area of interest in our mental picture of our patient. In primary care it is usually sufficient to know that a patient has had two myocardial infarctions and one coronary bypass. I can take both kinds of pictures with my iPhone.

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Age, Self-Rated Health, and Medical Conditions are Associated with Patient-Provider Discussions of Colorectal Cancer Tests [Population health and epidemiology]

Annals of Family Medicine

Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening for CRC in adults aged 45 to 49 years (grade B), all adults aged 50 to 75 years (grade A), and selectively offering CRC screening in adults aged 76 to 85 years (grade C). We explored univariate and multivariate associations between correlates of interest and the primary outcome.

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A Guide to Glaucoma Awareness & Proactive Eye Health

East Cary Family Physicians

In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of vision screenings, especially during Glaucoma Awareness Month, and how they play a crucial role in preserving your eyesight. Regular vision screenings are essential to catch glaucoma early, allowing for timely intervention and the preservation of vision.

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Proactive Wellness: The Lifesaving Benefits of Regular Check-ups 

East Cary Family Physicians

Early Detection of Health Issues: One of the primary benefits of regular health check-ups is early detection. Many health conditions, such as hypertension, diabetes, and certain cancers, can develop with little to no noticeable symptoms in their initial stages.

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How Hydration Affects Blood Pressure Levels

Imperial Center Family Medicine

How Dehydration Influences Blood Pressure Readings Your level of hydration directly impacts the accuracy of your blood pressure management screening. Without knowing you recently lost fluids, your provider may think those higher results mean you have hypertension. Even moderate fluid losses can increase readings.

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How Hydration Affects Blood Pressure Levels

Imperial Center Family Medicine

How Dehydration Influences Blood Pressure Readings Your level of hydration directly impacts the accuracy of your blood pressure management screening. Without knowing you recently lost fluids, your provider may think those higher results mean you have hypertension. Even moderate fluid losses can increase readings.

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Managing High Blood Pressure with Medication and Lifestyle

Imperial Center Family Medicine

High blood pressure, also dubbed hypertension , is a common health issue that can lead to severe problems if left uncontrolled. Effective blood pressure management requires taking the appropriate medicine as prescribed by a healthcare professional and implementing appropriate lifestyle changes.