Primary care includes health promotion, disease prevention, health maintenance, counseling, patient education, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses in a variety of health care settings (e.g., office, inpatient, critical care, long-term care, home care, schools, telehealth, etc.). Primary care is performed and managed by a personal physician who often collaborates with other health professionals, and utilizes consultation or referral as appropriate. Primary care provides patient advocacy in the health care system to accomplish cost-effective and equitable care by coordination of health care services. Primary care promotes effective communication with patients and families to encourage them to be a partner in health care.
Acute conditions are often caused by a virus or an infection, but can also be caused by an injury resulting from a fall or an automobile accident, or by the misuse of drugs or medications.
Chronic conditions are often caused by unhealthy behaviors that increase the risk of disease—poor nutrition, inadequate physical activity, overuse of alcohol, or smoking. Social, emotional, environmental, and genetic factors also play a role. As people age, they are more likely to develop one or more chronic conditions.
A wellness exam is a type of preventative care. Preventative healthcare focuses on maintaining wellness and stopping health problems before they occur. Instead of waiting until you have a health issue, you visit your physician to make sure that you’re still in good health, or to catch health problems in early stages.
Wellness visits or wellness exams are typically annual and are separate from other medical visits related to illness or injury.
Women’s health is a broad category that includes health issues that are unique to women, such as menstruation and pregnancy, as well as conditions that affect both men and women, but that may affect women differently, such as heart disease and diabetes. It also includes preventative care and screenings such as regular gynecological checkups, Pap smears and HPV testing, and breast cancer screening.
A general visit is when you want to schedule an appointment to discuss an ailment or issue. It’s different from regular check-ups in that there’s something specific to talk about but should not replace visits to the ER for emergencies. You can schedule an urgent care visit today or for a future convenient date and time.
Cold, flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 symptoms are similar, and are often on the rise during fall/winter months (but also exist throughout the year). If you have symptoms such as a cough or fever, make an appointment to find out what specifically is causing your symptoms. This can help clinicians recommend appropriate treatment and recommendations.
A urinary tract infection is an infection of the urinary organs: the bladder, ureter, urethra, and/or kidneys. Treatment is typically supervised by a healthcare provider.
A rash is an area of the skin that’s irritated, blistering, crusty, or discolored. Pain and itchiness are common with rashes. If you have any concerning symptoms, or if your symptoms are not improving, schedule an urgent care visit to have it examined by a clinician.
An injury can range from a minor cut or bruise to a severe traumatic injury that affects one or multiple body parts. They may require medical attention and can have long-term consequences on a person’s health and well-being. It is important to take precautions to prevent injuries and seek prompt treatment in Carbon Health if one occurs.
A standard STI test (also called an STD test) is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health. It’s quick, easy, and confidential. Many STIs don’t have any symptoms, so early diagnosis and treatment are the best way to protect your health.
Abdominal pain is any sort of discomfort that occurs in the abdominal (stomach) area or its surrounding muscles. Some pain causes may be irritable bowel syndrome, a stomach virus, or even appendicitis. Lifestyle changes can often reduce or eliminate symptoms, but if the pain is persistent or severe schedule a visit with a Carbon Health near you.
Ear pain can be caused by a number of issues, especially infections. If your ear pain is persistent or extreme, talk with your healthcare provider about it. It might be due to underlying issues.
A sinus infection occurs when there is inflammation of the sinus cavity. It can be caused by a virus or bacteria.
Sprain is a type of injury that occurs when a ligament, which is a tough band of tissue that connects bones together, is stretched or torn. Sprains commonly occur in the ankle, wrist, or knee joints, and can range in severity from mild to severe. Symptoms of a sprain may include pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty moving the affected joint.
Get tested for COVID-19 to find out if your current symptoms are COVID related or something else. Plus, COVID travel testing is available so you know if you can safely travel, COVID free.
Primary care is about you and your health. Your care team helps you address immediate and long-term health concerns. They will provide routine screenings, treat issues and help coordinate specialist care as needed.
Sunny Hills Medical Center also has primary care providers that can be your family’s main point of contact in the healthcare system. Our providers have expertise in family-oriented and individual care, including pediatrics, aging, health education, nutrition, and preventive care. They are also train in the management of acute, chronic, and complex illnesses for adult and elderly patients.
Occupational health is a field of health care made up of multiple disciplines dedicated to the well-being
and safety of employees in the workplace. Occupational health services include employee wellness, pre-
placement testing, ergonomics, occupational therapy, occupational medicine, and more.
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