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A CONSUMER’S GUIDE TO DRUG DISCOUNTS

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Have you ever had to choose between buying groceries or paying the rent and filling a drug prescription? Have you or has someone you know ever skipped taking medication because of the cost? You’re not alone. Millions of Americans are feeling the burden of increasingly costly prescription drugs, and they’re making choices that could jeopardize their health. We are here for the guide to drug discounts Today, the amount consumers have to pay out of pocket for prescribed drugs is rapidly escalating, from about $25 billion in 2000 to a projected $67 billion in 2025. To make matters worse, more than 8.8 percent of American adults, or roughly 28.5 million people, do not have health insurance and must pay for all prescription medications themselves. But there are ways that you can minimize the effect that the accelerating prescription drug crisis has on your healthcare. This guide to drug pricing and discounts provides the answers to common questions and offers practical information that e

THE LATEST U.S. NUMBERS (AS OF MAY 18, 2020, AT 6:58 P.M. EDT)

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U.S. cases have surpassed 1.5 million and the country’s death toll is more than 90,000.  The  Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center  maintains an ongoing count of the COVID-19 cases and deaths in the United States and worldwide. As of May 18, the tally is: ·          Total cases worldwide: 4,786,672 (up from 4,516,360 Friday) ·          Total deaths worldwide: 317,695 (up from 306,051 Friday) ·          Total recoveries: 1,776,641 (up from 1,622,354 Friday) ·          Total cases in the United States: 1,506,732 (up from 1,432,045 Friday) ·          Total deaths in the United States: 90,236 (up from 86,851 Friday) New York has added another region to reopen Tuesday, with many beaches set to reopen Memorial Day weekend.  On Monday, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo  told the media  that the region around Buffalo could reopen on Tuesday, making it the sixth of 10 regions in New York State to meet the criteria to lift lockdown measures,  according to CBS News . The Finge

CAN FAMILY PRACTICE PROVIDERS HELP SAVE A LIFE?

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Today, we will talk about just a few of the many important reasons to have a family practice provider and the advantages it can bring to your healthcare experience. Continue reading this blog to find out more! Usually, family practice providers do not specialize in any particular area but have vast overall knowledge of medicines and treatments. If you experience an illness, your family practice provider will not only treat you with medication but can also arrange a referral to a specialist if it is needed.   Advantages of Having A Family Practice Provider There are many benefits to having regular, close follow-up visits with a family practice provider. We all know that disease and danger can come at any time, and the family practice provider acts as your partner in care during difficult times. He or she can help you navigate the murky waters of today’s healthcare climate to best meet your needs. Here are some other advantages of having a  family practice provider . ·     

SPORTS PHYSICALS? – CHECK OUT WHAT OUR PROVIDERS HAVE TO SAY

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While sports physicals seem to be a mere formality, they can be the key to uncovering certain signs or symptoms that can indicate the potential for something serious happening during a sporting event. Since prevention is ultimately the best practice, part of our mission is to prevent sports accidents. Let’s take a look at some common questions answered by the professionals and also how to best prepare for your sports physical. What is the difference between a sports physical and the traditional physical exam? How often should patients get a  sports physical ? Generally, sports physicals are done annually by most schools and recreational or team sport organizations. The sports physical focuses on your well-being as it relates to playing a sport. It’s more limited than a regular physical, but it’s a lot more specific to evaluating for athletic issues. You should still continue to have regular traditional physical exams annually or per the recommendation of your primary care provi