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Colon Cancer Screening (FIT kit information) 150 150 Health Services Los Angeles County

Colon Cancer Screening (FIT kit information)

Colon Cancer Screening   Most adults should be screened (tested) for colon cancer starting at the age of 45. Colon cancer is a type of cancer that alters the tissue of the colon and/or rectum. It often starts as a small growth or lump(s) called a polyp. Polyps can become cancer. When found early, they can…

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Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV) 150 150 Health Services Los Angeles County

Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection (RSV)

RSV Vaccines Adults aged 60 years and older – RSV causes many hospitalizations in patients 60 years and older. If you have heart or breathing problems, or over the age of 60, talk with your provider about getting the vaccine against RSV. Pregnant People – RSV can cause a severe lung infection in babies especially in…

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Well Visits For Newborns, Children And Adolescents 150 150 Health Services Los Angeles County

Well Visits For Newborns, Children And Adolescents

What happens at each well visit?Well visits, are preventative care visits or physicals. They are important to keep your child healthy. At each well visit, your doctor will go over important information about your child’s health and wellness. This can include things like what they eat, if they are active, and how they are doing…

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Healthy Living 150 150 Health Services Los Angeles County

Healthy Living

At LA Health Services we are dedicated to caring for our patients at each stage of life. We focus on care that will prevent or slow disease and while encouraging healthy habits. This way we can help our patients live healthier and more fulfilling lives. Healthy Living is a resource page with information on many…

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Premature Infant 150 150 Health Services Los Angeles County

Premature Infant

A premature birth is a birth that takes place more than three weeks before the baby’s estimated due date. So, a premature birth is one that occurs before the start of the 37th week of pregnancy. Having a premature baby can feel overwhelming. However most premature babies don’t develop serious disabilities. But the earlier a…

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Positive Care/HIV 150 150 Health Services Los Angeles County

Positive Care/HIV

Positive Care/HIV medicine is a medical practice devoted to patients living with HIV. Our Positive Care health care team is experienced in caring for you as a whole person. They will work with you to make a plan to stay healthy, recommend which medications are best, discuss lab results and consult on anything involved in…

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Pediatrics and Adolescent Clinics 150 150 Health Services Los Angeles County

Pediatrics and Adolescent Clinics

Pediatrics is a medical practice devoted to comprehensive health care for infants, children, and teens. Pediatric medicine providers are dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of health conditions affecting patients from birth to 21 years of age. Pediatric clinics are supported by a team of professionals who work hard to keep you and your child…

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Geriatrics 150 150 Health Services Los Angeles County

Geriatrics

Geriatric medicine is a medical practice devoted to comprehensive health care for older adults, generally aged 65 and older. Geriatricians emphasize maintaining function, independence, and quality of life. In addition to general primary care, geriatric care includes a comprehensive assessment and treatment for conditions that primarily affect older adults, such as: maintaining activities of daily…

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Family Medicine 150 150 Health Services Los Angeles County

Family Medicine

Family Medicine is a medical practice devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages. Family medicine doctors are trained to prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases that affect people throughout the lifespan. You may see these physicians referred to by several terms, including a family physician, family doctor, or general practitioner (GP). The family medicine…

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Health Services Adult Medicine Clinics 150 150 Health Services Los Angeles County

Health Services Adult Medicine Clinics

Adult Medicine is a medical practice for people 18 years or older. Practitioners for adults are trained in general medicine for all adult ages, from young adults to the elderly. Adult medicine doctors are dedicated to learning how to prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases that affect adults. You may see these physicians referred to by several terms, including internists or doctors of internal medicine.  Internists…

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