Four Reasons to Make Your Next Primary Care Appointment Today
By Erica Swegler, 10/01/2022
This article features VillageMD and is published in full on the Austin Woman Magazine here.
“Do you remember the last time you paid a visit to your primary care physician or advanced practice provider? If you skip this appointment, you may be missing important screenings that keep you out of the hospital and feeling your best day to day. As the pandemic kept many patients away from annual visits, it is important to get back on track with your health care.
Regular visits with patients allow physicians to provide integrated care, watch out for chronic conditions and perform preventive screenings. According to CDC data, women aged 55 or older are more likely than men to have chronic conditions. Over 80% of women in this age range have a chronic condition, and 21% have three or more chronic conditions. Preventive care, especially if started when you are young, can make all the difference.”
