Up to Two-thirds of traditional Medicare beneficiaries older than 65 have multiple chronic conditions, according to a USA TODAY.
More than 4 million — about 15% — have at least six long-term chronic conditions.— sicker than their predecessors, researchers say. They are grappling with diseases such as diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart failure, depression and even Alzheimer’s for years — sometimes decades.
Oftentimes, these chronic conditions go undetected before manifesting themselves after having progressed too far for some of the available medical interventions.
A basic annual physical examination with some routine testing such as blood work, EKG, x-ray or mammogram, etc, can often reveal these conditions before they become chronic. Early treatment can lead to complete avoidance or simple management steps that may avoid surgery, hospitalization and even premature death.
It’s summertime. Your physician’s office is generally not as busy. Call and make and appointment for your annual check up, it may help you avoid a chronic disease or at least mitigate it and management it. Call Now!
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Founded in 2012, our veteran-owned clinic is both patient-centered and knowledge-driven. For individuals who have non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses, our urgent care center is a convenient and affordable alternative to overcrowded and expensive hospital emergency rooms. Additionally, because we also serve as a primary care provider, we believe in creating a meaningful, long-term relationship with each patient based upon open communication, shared understanding, and mutual respect. We are proud to provide the following services to the community:
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