It's important for every member of your family to have a trusted primary care physician. Not only does your primary care doctors at Phoenix Health and Wellness in Freeport, Massapequa, and Bay Shore treat any acute illnesses that may occur, they also help you stay on top of your health. When you develop a relationship with a medical professional, you have someone on your side who's always looking out for your health. Plus, if you ever do have any urgent care needs, you have someone to call who knows you and all of your health concerns.
Do I really need an annual physical?
Yes. Many chronic diseases and conditions take years to develop and progress. For instance, diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol don't happen overnight. This is why annual physicals are so important for preventive care.
You have your dedicated doctor who check your labs and conducts a thorough physical to see if you have any issues that are out of the ordinary. By having an established relationship with you, your provider can compare your current results to any previous tests you had. That way it's easy to chart any abnormalities.
What are the symptoms of an opioid addiction?
In the USA alone, opioid addiction was blamed for more than 20,100 deaths in 2015. If your or someone you love is battling prescription painkiller addiction, get help at Phoenix health and wellness. The understanding and caring practitioners specialize in Suboxone management. By having the courage to start the treatment you need today, your addiction battle may soon become a thing of your past.
When used as prescribed, opioid prescription medication-including oxycodone and codein- help manage your pain so you can rest and recover. However, when you start abusing those medications or taking them in a different way then they're prescribed, you may start getting used to their relaxing effects. Some of the symtoms and warning signs of an opioid addiction include:
All air passengers, including U.S. citizens, are required to have a negative COVID-19 PCR test result before boarding their flight.
***Get tested with a viral test 1-3 days before you travel. Keep a copy of your test results with you during travel in case you are asked for them. Check and follow destination testing requirements—they may require specific types of tests.
In order to become one of our patients, all we ask is for you to change your PCP (Primary care provider) to ours by calling your insurance.
Give us a call at the location you wish to visit and we will help guide you step by step.
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The vaccines you need may vary depending on your health or any requirements by your employer or school. In general, you need regular:
If your haven't had chickenpox, your primary care physician may also suggest getting vaccinated against this virus. Or if you're over age 60, you may qualify for a shingles vaccine.
You don't need to do anything special to prepare for your visit with your primary care physician. It's helpful to gather any current or old medical records you may have and bring them to your appointment. This includes any dates of prior
If your haven't had chickenpox, your primary care physician may also suggest getting vaccinated against this virus. Or if you're over age 60, you may qualify for a shingles vaccine.