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Managing High Blood Pressure: Your Journey to Better Health with a DPC Provider
If you’ve been told you have high blood pressure (or hypertension, in medical terms), you might be feeling a mix of emotions—maybe a little overwhelmed, curious, or even determined to take control. The good news? You don’t have to...
Improve Your Mental Health Naturally: How to Feel and Think Better Without Medication
Here’s the truth—life can feel heavy sometimes. Between work, family, finances, and just the chaos of the world, it's easy to feel anxious, stressed, or even down. And while medication absolutely has a place in treating mental health...
Technology and Direct Primary Care: Enhancing Patient Care and Accessibility
Direct Primary Care (DPC) is all about putting patients first—fostering strong doctor-patient relationships, offering transparent pricing, and making healthcare more accessible. But did you know that technology plays a huge role in making...
Direct Primary Care for Seniors: Quality Care Without the Hassle
Aging should be about enjoying life, not worrying about long wait times, rushed doctor visits, or surprise medical bills. At Ark Family Health, we believe seniors deserve personalized, accessible, and affordable healthcare. That's why our...
How to Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season
Doctor’s Orders From Your Direct Primary Care Physician Although it may not get below freezing in Phoenix, you will experience some very cold months. During these times, doctors often refer to the period as the dreaded cold and flu...
Avoiding Hidden Healthcare Costs with Direct Primary Care
Healthcare Plans: Unexpected or Hidden Healthcare Costs Are Common In traditional healthcare systems, it’s common to encounter unexpected costs. Copays, deductibles, out-of-network charges, and confusing billing practices often lead to...
Weight Management and Obesity: How DPC Supports Healthy, Sustainable Weight Loss
Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is not just about looking a certain way. It’s also about improving your overall health, preventing chronic diseases, and enhancing your quality of life. However, weight management and obesity are...
Tragic Reminder: There Is a Better Way Forward for Healthcare
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tragic Reminder: There Is a Better Way Forward for HealthcareA Call to Reform a System with Backward Incentives Phoenix, AZ – 12/11/2024– The recent, horrific tragedy that claimed the life of a United Healthcare...
Preventive Care in Direct Primary Care Clinics: Staying Healthy Year-Round
As the holiday season approaches, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of family gatherings, holiday feasts, and year-end festivities. But as much as the season is about joy and celebration, it’s also a crucial time to prioritize...
Diabetes Care at Your Fingertips: Why DPC Clinics are Ideal for Diabetes Management
Managing diabetes can feel overwhelming, especially as we head into the holiday season, with Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s around the corner. These celebrations bring delicious food and gatherings filled with tempting treats,...
Managing Chronic Conditions: DPC Is Your Partner in Care
Managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma requires more than just occasional checkups. It calls for ongoing care, consistent monitoring, and a personalized approach to health. For many patients, direct...
Mental Health Matters: Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s just as important to pay attention to mental health as it is to promote good physical health. Unfortunately, common mental health issues like anxiety and depression often go unnoticed or untreated. In...