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Vaccine Uptake Strategies & Ethical Considerations- Part II

Integrated Care News by CFHA

WHO grouped these determinants into contextual, individual, and group influences and vaccine/vaccination-specific issues. Providing incentives such as tying vaccination to insurance-related or public benefits or offering small monetary or non-monetary incentives can also improve vaccine uptake.

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Pap-HPV co-testing adoption trends for cervical cancer screening in a multi-state Practice Research Network (PBRN) 2012-2017 [Health care disparities]

Annals of Family Medicine

Population Studied: Average-risk females ages 21-64 with ≥1 medical encounter and ≥1 routine CCS during 2012-2017. Among 12,506 screened average-risk individuals, the mean age was 39.0 Hispanic or Latino, 30% rural and 27% not insured. vs 59.4%, p <0.001), and be insured (83.5% were White, 16.0%

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Predictors of exposure to high-priority drug-drug interactions among non-elderly adults in Quebec, Canada [Prescribing and pharmacotherapeutics]

Annals of Family Medicine

Dataset: A cohort containing a random sample of 5% of the database population of Quebec provincial administrative databases including demographic data, pharmacy claims data, medical consultations, and hospitalizations was used. Results: Our cohort included 63,834 individuals aged 19-64 (mean age 44.9

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Dr. Donovan Ogboh, DO Comes To Plum Health DPC July 2025

Plum Health

He believes in delivering individualized, patient-focused care by taking the time to learn each person’s unique story, lifestyle, and health goals. No copays, no deductibles, no insurance —just great care when you need it. You get personal, high-touch care without the hassle of traditional insurance. Learn more about DPC

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AAFP Represents Members During 2025 Legislative Session

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

The updated tax credit seeks to incentivize physicians to serve in underserved rural communities, addressing longstanding healthcare disparities and bolstering access to medical care for Alabama’s rural residents. What Happened: The Senate Committee on Finance and Taxation Education did not meet to discuss the bill.

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3 Ways AI Can Detect Vital Signs From Your Face

The Medical Futurist

In medical practice, vital signs have traditionally focused on four primary measurements , namely body temperature, pulse rate, breathing rate and blood pressure. Determining patients’ prognosis Due to individual variations in genetics and lifestyle choices, each person ages at a different rate.

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What Are the Most Common Preventive Services? A Complete Guide

Mesa Family Physician

Understanding Preventive Health Services: The Foundation of Wellness Preventive health services encompass medical care specifically designed to prevent illnesses, detect conditions early, and promote overall wellness. Our family-centered approach ensures children receive age-appropriate preventive care.