Category: Primary Care

Multi-generational family gathers over an outdoor buffet

November 28, 2023

Food Poisoning or Stomach Flu? How to Tell the Difference

A doctor explains the two conditions and what to do about them.

Digestive Health, Primary Care, Your Care

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Older female patient sits on exam table, talking to provider who is holding a clipboard

July 28, 2022

How Your Primary Care Physician and Specialists Work Together

Your primary care physician is home base even when you need to see a specialist.

pp, Primary Care

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senior woman with doctor in doctor's office

May 18, 2022

6 Reasons You Should Have a Primary Care Physician

Building a relationship with a provider makes care more consistent and comprehensive.

Primary Care

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Doctor discussing with senior woman, both wearing KN95 masks.

February 8, 2022

Questions and Answers About Medicare Annual Wellness Visits

These yearly appointments are designed to keep you healthy and help prevent serious illnesses.

pp, Primary Care, Wellness

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Over the shoulder shot of young woman using mobile app to track nutrition and count calories with smartphone while eating breakfast.

January 26, 2022

4 Ways to Understand BMI

The height-weight calculation is useful but doesn’t tell the whole story.

Health, Primary Care

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Shot of a psychologist consulting her female client during a therapy session

August 12, 2021

Why It’s Important to Be Honest with Your Provider—and How to Do It

If you don’t feel comfortable being truthful with your healthcare provider, it might be time to find a new one.

dd, Primary Care, Your Care

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graphic of woman and doctor sitting at a table talking

January 13, 2020

How a Primary Care Provider Can Help Improve Your Mental Health

People with depression and other mental health issues often can receive treatment from their physician.

dd, Mental Health, Primary Care

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Illustration showing a directory physician headshots.

June 19, 2019

Four Things to Consider When Finding a Health Care Provider

A guide to understanding the different types of primary care providers.

Health, Primary Care, Wellness

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cartoon of green gas emitting from mouth

July 16, 2018

What Your Bad Breath Might be Telling You

This stinky condition can indicate simple bad hygiene or real health problems.

Primary Care

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Blood pressure monitor and stethescope

June 20, 2018

5 Numbers You Need to Know to Stay Healthy

Your provider can help you get a grasp on these crucial health markers.

Health, Primary Care

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