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Are Your Employees Turning to the ER More Often Than Necessary?

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As an employer, you might have noticed a concerning trend: employees heading to the emergency room (ER) for health issues that could easily be addressed through more convenient care options. You’re not alone—this is a common challenge many organizations face. The Costly Misstep of ER Visits Frequent ER visits not only strain healthcare resources but […]

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Why Do Children Break Bones? Common Causes and How to Prevent Them

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  One minute, your child is happily running around the playground, laughing with friends. The next, they’ve tripped, fallen, and are in tears. A visit to urgent care might reveal a broken bone, or fracture, which is quite common among kids. It’s a fact that between 30% and 40% of children will experience a fracture […]

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Transforming Employee Health Benefits

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  At Exemplar Care, we understand that affordable and effective healthcare is key for employers. Grant Holt, of Todd’s BBI International has seen firsthand how integrating Exemplar Care’s Direct Primary Care (DPC) has enhanced their employee health benefits. A New Standard in Employee Healthcare Todd’s began partnering with Exemplar Care in January of 2023,to boost employee […]

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Communication with your primary care provider

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Effective communication with your primary care provider is essential for healthy aging. Whether you’re seeing a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant, a strong doctor-patient relationship leads to better health outcomes. Why is good communication important? When you have open and clear communication with your healthcare provider, you’re more likely to understand your health challenges […]

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What Do You Need to Know About Strep Throat?

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What is strep throat? Strep throat is a bacterial infection of the throat and tonsils that is more common in children than adults but does affect individuals of all ages. Commonly mistaken for a sore throat or common cold, especially during the winter season, strep throat accounts for only a fraction of sore throats. The […]

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What You Need to Know About Osteoporosis: Causes, Risks, and Prevention

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What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a chronic bone disease that causes bones to decrease in mass and density, becoming frail and easily breakable. It often goes undetected because there are typically not symptoms associated with the early stages of bone loss until a fracture occurs. For this reason, it’s important to visit your primary care […]

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Bryant Iowa Heating & Cooling Finds a Reliable Health Benefit with Exemplar Care

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  “Exemplar Care immediately stood out as the ideal partner to meet our primary healthcare needs. Their dedication to addressing our specific business needs and providing our team with quick access to care without any copays or fees is invaluable.” – Cathy and DuWayne McDaniel, Owners, Bryant Iowa Heating & Cooling   Bryant Iowa Heating […]

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Managing Anxiety: Simple Tips for a Calmer Mind

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  Today, managing anxiety is more important than ever. With work, social life, and personal responsibilities, it’s easy to feel stressed. This blog post shares simple tips to help you manage anxiety and feel calmer. Understanding Anxiety Anxiety is your body’s natural response to stress. It can cause feelings of nervousness, tension, and worry. While […]

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Embrace a Safe and Active Summer for Optimal Health

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Summer provides the perfect opportunity to adopt an active lifestyle while taking necessary precautions to ensure safety. By incorporating simple practices into your routine throughout the summer, you can make the most of this season, promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, and overall vitality. Here are six tips to have a safe, active, healthy summer: 1. […]

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