The pandemic has taken a toll on everyone in a variety of ways. However, you should see it as an opportunity to realize how much your overall health impacts your risk level of health issues such as the coronavirus and visit a family medicine doctor to optimize your overall health. Importance of Primary Care During…
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How to Prevent Getting COVID-19
As the world grapples with COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019), it is critical to slow down the spread of the novel coronavirus. Fewer active cases reduce the burden on healthcare systems, allowing more people to gain access to life-saving services. If everyone practices certain basic methods to prevent transmission, people can make a collective impact against…
Common Types of Chronic Diseases
Chronic diseases are conditions that require ongoing care, maintenance, and monitoring. Unlike acute or short-term conditions, like the cold or flu, chronic diseases last a long time. They can last several years and create limitations on quality of life. Chronic diseases are the leading cause of death and disability in developed countries such as the…
What to Expect During Your Wellness Exam
The annual wellness exam, which is often also called an annual physical, is when your primary care physician (PCP) checks how well your mind and body are functioning. The exam focuses on disease prevention as well as addressing existing problems. The doctor will check your bloodwork, height, weight, and blood pressure. The wellness examination also…
Benefits to Seeing Your Primary Care Physician
If you do not have a primary care physician (PCP) – also called a general practitioner (GP) or a family doctor – chances are, seeking medical care may seem a bit impersonal. You may be in the habit of just going to the nearby urgent care clinic every time you have a bad cold or…