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Perseverance is part of becoming a doctor
Doctors aspire to keep their communities healthy and safe. According to the 2018 Survey of America’s Physicians Practice Patterns & Perspectives, the average primary care doctor sees 20.2 patients per day. Indeed, estimates suggest each doctor has roughly 2,000 people under his or her care and spends about 22 minutes with a patient during the average appointment.
How caregivers work in concert with doctors
Managing an illness, disease or injury often requires a collaborative effort that involves a number of medical professionals, such as doctors and nurses. The support and assistance of family caregivers also is essential when managing illness. In fact, family members can play important roles when they work closely with medical professionals in helpful ways.
Humane ways to address uninvited garden guests
A beautiful garden is a wonder to behold. After a homeowner toils in the yard amending the soil and planting, it’s imperative that a garden be given the best chance to thrive. However, the natural wildlife that shares the space might see that newly cultivated land as the perfect place to enjoy an easy meal or gather nesting materials.