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Colorectal Cancer: Does it strike everyone equally?
July 29, 2024 If you could perform a simple painless test in the privacy of your home that could save your life, wouldn’t you do it? Of course—especially if the test is covered by insurance. Yet unfortunately, too many people die from colon cancer, which is very preventable. Chadwick Boseman, the star of “Black Panther,” […]
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Protect Your Heart Health
Did you know that heart disease is the Number 1 cause of death in the U.S.? February is designated American Heart Month to help increase awareness that embracing a healthy lifestyle can help you avoid becoming a statistic. Your heart didn’t come with an owner’s manual, so here is what you need to know in […]
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Providence Medical Associates’ AMP Medicare Advantage plan earns high marks for quality, improvement
The Integrated Healthcare Association (IHA) recently awarded AMP Medicare Advantage 4.5-Star Recognition to Providence Medical Associates (PMA) in its Align. Measure. Perform. (AMP) Medicare Advantage program for measurement year 2022. In addition, the group was granted AMP Medicare Advantage Most Improved Recognition for improving the quality of care provided to members during the same period. How it works: Each […]
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Where to Go When You Need Care
As health care providers, our physicians are committed to getting you the right care you need, at the right time and place. In reality, not every illness or injury requires immediate attention. Jason Ho, MD, a family medicine physician specializing in urgent care, explains how to decide where to go and when. “Many patients don’t […]
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Vaccines and Immunizations Save Lives
There is a lot confusion about how vaccines actually work. “Vaccines work by helping your body produce natural antibiotics, called antibodies, to fight potentially deadly viruses and bacteria,” says Dr. Derek Williams. Vaccines are like superhero training for your immune system. While your own body can produce antibodies naturally, using vaccines to train your immune […]
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Stress Management: Your Life in the Balance
At some point in our lives, most people will experience stress. Although it may be regarded as more of an emotional response, your body reacts to stress by releasing hormones that produce the “fight-or-flight” response. As a result, your heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure go up, your muscles tense, and you sweat more. […]
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Weight Management: A Key to Good Health
If you struggle with your weight, you are not alone. Nearly 3 in 4 adults ages 20 or older in the United States are either overweight or obese, and the rate for children and teens ages 2 to 19 is nearly 1 in 5. The older we get, the harder it is to maintain a […]
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Mental Health is Your Health
According to a new study, depression in Americans aged 12 years and older has reached epidemic levels with nearly 10% of the population being affected by the mood disorder. [1] Unfortunately, the stigma of mental health issues still persists and makes many people reluctant to seek help for something “in their head.” Yet, depression is the leading […]
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Right Care, Right Cost…
Not feeling well or suffering an injury? Chances are good that you or a loved one may need medical advice during times like these. Many people believe that visiting the emergency room (ER) is the quickest way to get treated when they are ill or injured. ERs often have long waits and can be expensive, […]
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Protect Yourself from the “Tripledemic” this Flu Season
Every autumn signals the start of cold and flu season. But this year, health experts are bracing for a “tripledemic” wave of respiratory illness caused by the flu, new COVID variants, and a third pathogen, respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, that taken together could cause especially dangerous illness in those who are unprotected. “What we have done […]
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Hypertension and You
They call it the silent killer, because many people do not know they even have hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, until it causes major complications such as heart attack, stroke, kidney disease and erectile dysfunction (ED). Hypertension refers to a condition where the pressure or force of blood pushing against blood vessel walls […]
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Diabetes and You
According to the American Diabetes Association, over thirty-seven million Americans (More than 1 in 10 people) have diabetes. The disease occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) is too high. Blood glucose is your body’s main source of energy and comes from the food you eat. Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, helps glucose from food get into your […]
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Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colon cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer, and highly treatable when caught early. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American men and women combined, and its incidence is going up in people younger than 50. How can you protect yourself or a loved one from dying […]
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Do you want the doctor to see you now?
With some medical groups, it seems like it takes forever to get an appointment. But you have the right to not only choose your doctor, but a physician who can see you without delay. That’s the advantage of the Providence physicians you know and trust—we are here for you today and tomorrow, whenever you need […]
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Viruses or Bacteria: What’s got you sick?
Antibiotics are only needed for treating certain infections caused by bacteria. Viral illnesses cannot be treated with antibiotics. When an antibiotic is not prescribed, ask your healthcare professional for tips on relieving symptoms and feeling better. Why can’t antibiotics be used to treat both viruses and bacteria? Simply put, they are two very different kinds […]
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COVID-19 Boosters and Pediatric Vaccines
Your health and safety remain our top priority. That is why, as COVID-19 continues to be present in our communities, we want to help you stay informed about the best ways to protect yourself and those around you. A while ago, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration fully approved the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for those […]
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Be Your Best Self Webinar Series
This program consists of six virtual webinars (one a month) with various subject matter experts in their field. Join our registered dietitians, licensed therapists and social workers to help you feel your best mentally and physically. You can attend all six or pick and choose the ones right for you! Download the PDF for more […]
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Axminster Medical Group Completes Name Change
Axminster Medical Group has had an enduring legacy within the Los Angeles community. Established in 1961, Axminster joined Providence in 2012. After consolidating with two other medical groups in 2015, Axminster became Providence Medical Associates in 2015. Throughout these transitions, why did the Axminster name continue to be used? In a word, contracting. HMO contracts […]
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