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Combating Food Insecurity in Minnesota

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

Promote SNAP and Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) Program Enrollment: Have information available to patients within the clinic for food assistance programs: WIC and Health Care Providers resource and SNAP. M Health Fairview’s Fair Table program ensures convenient access to food during medical appointments.

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Screening for Dementia: A Podcast with Anna Chodos, Joseph Gaugler and Soo Borson

GeriPal

Summary Transcript Summary The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concluded back in 2000 that there is insufficient evidence to recommend for or against routine screening for dementia in older adults. If so, how do we screen and who do we screen? And either of those could be given to the patient or an informant.

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The 5 Most Common Health Risks for Men and Strategies for Prevention

Dr. Michael Bazel

Know Your Family History: Inform your doctor of any family history of prostate cancer to personalize your prevention plan. Routine Screenings: Early detection of lung disease or cancer improves treatment outcomes. Speak to your doctor about screenings if you are at high risk. Limit red and processed meats. Contact Dr.