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Addressing drivers of health: Gaining momentum
Medicine takes time, but change is happening.
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The Physicians Foundation is thrilled with research and resources applied to patient drivers of health. There’s more work to be done, but there is a screening tool, a strategy for referrals, and information about data collection – a great start. Physicians Foundation President Gary Price, MD, MBA, talks about the new campaign, Let’s Take 5 to Address Drivers of Health. It’s an exciting point right now.
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