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Preventive Care 101: The Basics You Need to Know


Preventive care is critical for maintaining optimal health and well-being, yet most people fail to understand what preventive care is and why it's necessary. Preventive care entails taking an active approach to your health by identifying and managing potential health issues before they become severe. With preventive care, you can avoid future illnesses, reduce healthcare costs, and improve your quality of life. This post will explore the basics of preventive care and why it's essential for overall health and wellbeing.


  • Preventive Care Checklist

Before we dive into the basics of preventive care, let's look at some of the essential components of a typical preventive care checklist.


  • Annual physical exams

Routine screenings and tests (e.g., blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, mammograms)

Immunizations

Health counseling programs (e.g., smoking cessation, weight management, stress management)


  • Benefits of Preventive Care

Preventive care offers many advantages beyond the obvious health benefits. Here are some benefits you should know:


  • Early detection and treatment of diseases

Reduced healthcare costs

Improved quality of life

Increased lifespan


Types of Preventive Care

Preventive care doesn't only include your primary care doctor. Here are some other types of preventive services that you should add to your list:

Dietitian/Nutritionist

Physical Therapist

Pharmacist

Behavioral Health Specialist


Taking Charge of Your Health

Preventive care is not a passive activity; it requires active participation. You must take charge of your health by following a healthy lifestyle, regular screenings, and immunizations. Here are some tips to help you take charge of your health:


Keep track of your health records

Eat a healthy and balanced diet

Exercise regularly

Get enough sleep

Manage stress effectively


Healthcare Disparities

Everyone deserves access to quality preventive care, regardless of their socioeconomic status, race, or gender. However, healthcare disparities often prevent marginalized communities from receiving the care they need. It's essential to be aware of healthcare disparities and work to eliminate them so everyone can lead healthy lives.


Preventive care is an essential aspect of maintaining optimal health and well-being. Investing time and effort in preventive care can help detect and manage health conditions early, reduce healthcare costs, and improve quality of life. By following preventive care checklists, taking charge of your health, and addressing healthcare disparities, you can improve your health outcomes and lead a healthy, fulfilling life.


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Medical, Dental, and Behavioral Clinics in Kirksville, Missouri, Macon, Missouri, Milan, Missouri, and Kahoka, Missouri. Visit our website to find the nearest clinic to you. www.nemohealthcouncil.com

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Northeast Family Health

1506 Crown Drive       

Kirksville, MO  63501

Phone:  (660) 627-4493

After Hours: 1-844-820-9111

Hours:

Monday: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Tues/Wed/Thurs: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Fri: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Northeast Pediatrics 

402 W. Jefferson Suite A

Kirksville, MO  63501

Phone:  (660) 627-2229

After Hours: 1-833-745-2217

Hours: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

OB/GYN Specialty Group 

402 W. Jefferson Suite B

Kirksville, MO 63501

Phone: (660) 665-3555

After Hours: 660-785-1750

Hours: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Edina Family Health

104 E. Jackson

Edina, MO  63537

Phone: (660) 397-3517

After Hours: 1-844-820-9111

Hours: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Northeast Dental 

402 W. Jefferson Suite C

Kirksville, MO  63501

Phone:  (660) 665-2741

After Hours: 1-866-292-7780

Hours: 7:45 a.m.-11:45 p.m. & 12:45 p.m.-4:45

Macon Family Health & Macon Dental

209 N. Missouri

Macon, MO  63552

Phone:  (660) 395-5045

After Hours: Medical: 1-844-820-9111

After Hours Dental: 1-866-292-7780

Hours: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Memphis Community Health Center

118 Grand Ave.

Memphis, MO  63555

Phone:  (660) 465-7522

After Hours: 1-844-820-9111

Hours: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Kahoka Dental 

22291 US Highway 136

Kahoka, MO  63445

Phone: (660) 727-1500

After Hours: 1-866-292-7780

Hours: M, T, W, F 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Thursday: 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Northeast Family Health - Milan 

52334 S. Business Highway 5

Milan, MO  63556

Phone: (660) 265-1042

After Hours: 1-844-820-9111

Hours:

Mon - Thurs: 7:30 a.m.- 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 

Friday: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Northeast Behavioral Health 

1410 Crown Drive

Kirksville, MO 63501

Phone: (660) 627-3621

After Hours: 1-800-356-5395

Hours: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Envision Wellness

1506 Crown Drive

Kirksville, MO  63501

Phone: (660) 627-4493,  Ext. 412

Hours: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Kirksville Veterans Clinic

506 Rosewood Drive

Kirksville, MO 63501

Phone: (660) 627-8387

After Hours: 1-800-349-8262

Hours: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Business Office

1416 Crown Drive

Kirksville, MO  63501

Phone: (660) 627-5757, Ext. 6

Hours: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

Administrative Offices 

1416 Crown Drive

Kirksville, MO  63501

Phone:  (660) 627-5757 

Hours: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

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