As a woman, you know how unique your health care needs are. At FamilyCare of Kent, our board-certified nurse practitioners provide the preventive care, along with diagnostics and treatments, women need for vibrant health and optimal day-to-day function. Let’s look at some frequently asked questions we receive about women’s healthcare in Kent, WA, and how our nurse practitioners provide it. What Are The Most Pressing Health Care Needs Women Have? It’s important to remember that women differ ... [Read More]
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Women’s Health: What Every Nurse Practitioner Wants You to Know
The role of nurse practitioners has exponentially evolved over the decades. NPs have now become a crucial part of the constant change, however subtle, in patients’ decisions about who should provide their primary health care. This is, in large part, due to the capability and versatility of nurse practitioners to meet diverse and ever-increasing patient needs. More and more patients—especially women— are now becoming increasingly cognizant of and reliant on the capabilities of nurse ... [Read More]
Are Your Teens Up to date on Their Vaccines? Here’s What You Need to Know
Vaccination is deemed one of modern medicine’s greatest success stories. Vaccines have significantly reduced—or even eradicated—the incidence of various life-threatening but preventable diseases like smallpox, measles, and polio. Similar to diet, exercise, and wellness exams, vaccines play a crucial role in a person’s health regardless of how old a person is. For teens, getting all the vaccines required for their age group paves the way for healthy adulthood. If you have an adolescent ... [Read More]
Healthy Tips From A Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
When you get sick, most people's first thought might be to call a doctor. But doctors aren't the only medical professionals out there; if you're looking for healthcare that's holistic and takes your whole life into account, consider seeing a nurse practitioner (NP). These skilled medical professionals offer the same, if not better, standard of care as a regular physician. Read on to know more about nurse practitioners and learn about their tips for a healthier life! How Do Nurse ... [Read More]