primary care

Andalusia's regional schedule for the start of COVID-19 and flu vaccination has been shared, with residents urged to check whether they or family members fall into a target group. Those highlighted include parents of children under five, nursery and primary teachers, pregnant women, and people with risk conditions or risky situations. The message is to review the timetable carefully so eligible groups do not miss their vaccination window as the campaign rolls out.

A joint study by Yale University and George Mason University found that Americans who are disengaged, doubtful, or dismissive of climate change still place high trust in healthcare providers on the subject, ranking their primary care doctors as their first or second-most trusted source. The findings suggest physicians could play an unusually effective role in communicating climate health risks across political divides, and commentators are highlighting the potential for doctors to reach audiences beyond traditional climate messengers.

Medicare for All is again a defining fault line for the Democratic Party as the US midterm elections approach. The single-payer health care proposal continues to divide the party between progressive candidates who back it and moderates who fear it is politically costly, making health policy a key pressure point in campaign strategy and primary contests.

Over 200 childcare professionals are gathering at the University of Potsdam on 8 October for the seventh daycare conference to discuss Brandenburg's childcare situation. A key topic is that roughly one in three daycare places is unfilled, raising questions about occupancy rates, funding, and the legal right to all-day care for primary school children.

A new finding says nearly half of U.S. adults who need mental healthcare do not know how to find it. Coverage points to confusion over insurance, provider shortages and where to begin looking for help, and offers guidance on starting points such as primary care referrals, helplines and online directories to connect people with appropriate care.

Mike Minogue discussed the effects of Medicaid cuts on health care, arguing for greater spending on primary care, and highlighted how immigration policy is affecting the health care workforce. The interview, published by CommonWealth Beacon, addresses concerns that funding reductions and tighter immigration rules could strain staffing and access to care across Massachusetts and beyond.

Riverside Spine & Physical Medicine in Clarksville, Tennessee has expanded its services to include primary care, according to announcements carried by trade and regional press outlets. The clinic, previously focused on spine treatment and physical medicine, will now serve patients seeking general medical care. Details about staffing or services beyond the announcement are not available.

Medicare for All is again emerging as a divisive issue within the Democratic Party as the US midterm elections approach. The debate over single-payer health coverage continues to split the party between progressive supporters of universal government-funded healthcare and moderates who argue the policy is too costly and politically risky. How candidates position themselves on the issue could shape primary contests and the party's broader health care message.

A family physician has opened an MDVIP-affiliated practice in Summerville, South Carolina. MDVIP is a membership-based primary care model in which patients pay an annual fee for longer appointments and more personalized care. The opening adds to the growing number of concierge-style primary care options in the Charleston area, as doctors and patients seek alternatives to high-volume standard practices.

A new primary care facility in Nashville, North Carolina, is set to accept its first patients on Tuesday, expanding local access to routine medical services. The opening gives area residents another option for everyday care such as checkups and preventive treatment, though further details about staffing and services have not been released.

A new article in Cureus calls for primary care doctors to address muscle health from midlife, before sarcopenia develops. The authors argue that early screening for strength loss, alongside exercise and nutrition guidance, can preserve function and support healthy longevity. The piece frames sarcopenia as preventable if clinicians intervene before significant decline sets in.

A new American Diabetes Association Scientific Statement addresses how diabetes technology, such as continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps, should be used in the primary care setting. The statement, associated with researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz, offers guidance for primary care providers who increasingly manage patients using these devices as the technology becomes more widespread and accessible.

Sarah Medley, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care as a family medicine physician. The appointment was announced by South Florida Hospital News, which covers hospital and health system staffing in the region. Baptist Health operates a large network of primary care practices, and physician hires of this kind are typically announced to inform patients and referring providers about new care options and availability.

Glendy Jimenez, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care as an internal medicine physician, according to an announcement carried by South Florida Hospital News. The hiring expands Baptist Health's primary care capacity in the region, giving patients another internal medicine option. No further details about her background or practice location were provided in the announcement.

Concierge medicine is being highlighted as a model that trades retainer fees for shorter waits and longer appointments with doctors. The approach promises patients more time and attention from physicians than standard practices typically allow. It is drawing attention as concerns grow over lengthy wait times and rushed visits in conventional primary care.

A report from ReliefWeb examines how the Boma Health Initiative is contributing to primary health care delivery by bringing health services closer to communities. The initiative, associated with South Sudan's health system, focuses on community-level care. Beyond the headline, no further details on findings, funding or results are available.

Claudette Barreto Lopez, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care as a family medicine physician. The announcement was carried by South Florida Hospital News. Baptist Health is a major healthcare provider in the region, and new physician appointments like this inform patients and referring clinicians about available primary care services. No further details about her background or practice location were given in the announcement.

Psychiatric Times has published guidance on the menopause transition and its impact on mental health, aimed at clinicians. The piece outlines what psychiatric and primary care providers need to know when treating women in perimenopause and menopause, a period associated with elevated risk of depression, anxiety and mood changes.

Ahmad Ali Daher, a doctor of osteopathic medicine, has joined Baptist Health Primary Care as a family medicine physician. The appointment was announced through South Florida Hospital News. No further details about his location, background, or start date were provided, and the announcement has drawn little public reaction so far.

More people are using retail health clinics, typically located inside pharmacies and big-box stores, for routine care such as minor illnesses, vaccinations and screenings. The trend reflects frustrations with long waits and costs at traditional doctors' offices, as convenience-based care becomes a mainstream option for everyday health needs.

The American Diabetes Association has released new guidance on the use of diabetes technology in primary care, aimed at helping family doctors and general practitioners make better use of tools such as continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps. The guidance is intended to close the gap between specialist care and everyday practice as these devices become more widespread among patients.