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My name is Shirley. I am dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner after spending 20 years in critical care medicine and as a Nocturnist/Hospitalist. Seeing the gaps in care in the acute setting is what started my interest in psychiatry. I enrolled at Liberty University where I…
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Preventive health planning focuses on taking proactive steps to protect your health before problems arise. Rather than waiting for illness or symptoms to appear, preventive care emphasizes early detection, risk reduction, and long-term wellness. This approach helps individuals and families stay healthier, more active, and better prepared for every stage of life. Good health doesn’t…
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Routine medical exams are one of the most important steps you can take to protect your health and well-being. These regular checkups help identify potential health concerns early—often before symptoms appear—allowing for timely treatment and better long-term outcomes. Preventive care through routine exams supports a healthier, more active life at every age. Many serious health…
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Participating in sports and physical activities is a great way to stay healthy, active, and engaged—but before stepping onto the field, court, or track, it’s important to make sure the body is ready. A sports physical, also known as a pre-participation physical exam (PPE), helps ensure that athletes can safely take part in physical activities…
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Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet it is often misunderstood, overlooked, or ignored. Our mental well-being affects how we think, feel, act, handle stress, relate to others, and make decisions every day. When mental health is not properly addressed, it can impact every area of a person’s life—relationships, work, school, and…
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