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A Message from the Editor-in-Chief: End of An Era
A final goodbye It is with a heavy heart that I write this last piece for Perspectives in Primary Care. Current financial realities have necessitated... -
An Underrated Barrier to Healthcare: It's Not Just About Cost
“Thank you for calling our free clinic. How can I help you?” I have spent countless hours listening to the pleas of people in desperate need of... -
A Guide to Geriatric Psychiatry Referral for Health Care Professionals and Caregivers
Our aging global population has the potential to enrich our communities, strengthen intergenerational relationships, and help preserve our cultural...
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Perspectives in Primary Care features writing from practitioners, activists, and community members representing organizations, practices, and institutions across the United States and around the world.
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Cultivating Collaboration: A Primary Care Setting and Community Hub Address Arthritis Management and Social Health Needs
A diagnosis of arthritis-associated pain or disability is a frequent reason for a primary care visit. Even when not the chief concern, arthritis is present as a comorbid condition in approximately 50% of older adults with other commonly occurring chronic conditions, including COPD, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. A significant challenge for health care systems, managing these conditions effectively requires addressing both ...
