September 18, 2023- According to a recently published survey conducted by the California Health Care Foundation, primary care is intrinsically linked to improved health equity.
Primary care is designed to address the mental and physical health needs of the patient, through one-on-one interactions with a team of health professionals. In fact, these primary care visits are often the first touchpoint for any patient concerns – appointments with primary care physicians can lead to further coordination across the spectrum of care.
The report found that increased access to primary care can provide several important health benefits: early detection and treatment of conditions, better management of chronic disease, and more complete immunization (especially in recent years). While these benefits are important to anyone looking after their own health, they are especially important for the elderly and economically or socially marginalized groups experiencing high burdens of preventable illness.
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