Preventative Medicine – Lexington, Kentucky
Preventative Medicine at Rewind™ by Sharicom Health®
Preventative medicine is a core component practice at Rewind by Sharicom Health.
Preventative medicine is a branch of medical practice focused on the health of individuals and communities with the aim of preventing diseases, extending life expectancy, and promoting overall health and well-being. Unlike curative medicine, which treats diseases and conditions after they occur, preventative medicine seeks to avert the development of illness through proactive measures.
There are three levels of prevention: primary, secondary, and tertiary. Primary prevention aims to reduce the risk of disease development by controlling risk factors and promoting healthy lifestyles. This includes initiatives like vaccination programs, smoking cessation efforts, dietary recommendations, and regular physical activity. Secondary prevention involves early detection and prompt intervention to halt the progression of disease in its initial stages.
Screening tests, such as mammograms for breast cancer and blood pressure monitoring for hypertension, are examples of secondary prevention. Tertiary prevention seeks to manage and mitigate the effects of an established disease by preventing complications and improving the quality of life for affected individuals. This can involve rehabilitation programs, chronic disease management, and ongoing medical treatments.
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Preventative medicine employs various strategies with individual preventive care. Public health policies may include legislation to control tobacco use, environmental regulations to reduce pollution, and food safety guidelines. Community-based interventions can consist of health education campaigns, wellness programs, and immunization drives. At the individual level, preventive care often includes routine check-ups, personalized health advice, and support for behavioral changes.
The specialized field of preventative medicine also encompasses research to identify risk factors and effective interventions. Epidemiology, biostatistics, and environmental health are essential components, providing the necessary tools to predict and manage health risks. Health practitioners in this field often work in multidisciplinary teams, coordinating efforts across different sectors to implement comprehensive prevention strategies.
In summary, preventative medicine is dedicated to averting disease and promoting health through a multifaceted approach that includes education, policy, community efforts, and personalized care. Its ultimate goal is to enhance quality of life and reduce the burden of diseases on individuals and society.
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Why patients love Direct Primary Care:
- Better Health Outcomes
- Lower Costs
- Enhanced Patient Experience
Better Health Outcomes
Patients achieve superior health outcomes with Direct Primary Care’s innovative service delivery. DPCs provide better access to medical providers, empower an authentic therapeutic relationship, and comprehensive patient care.
Lower Costs
Affordable, transparent costs based on a periodic overall flat rate (i.e. membership). Patients pay for their care directly to Rewind™ Health & Wellness by Sharicom Health®.
No third parties or Fee for Service billing (“FFS”) to inflate costs.
Rewind™ Health & Wellness by Sharicom Health® memberships cost less than the average cell phone bill.
Enhanced Patient Experience
Patients receive virtual access to their healthcare provider, report little to no wait time, and have longer appointments (in person, virtually, or by phone), which creates a real therapeutic relationship between patient and provider.
