Talking about Medicine's Last Taboo:
Death and End-of-Life Care
When CBS news anchor Katie Couric had her colonoscopy televised to raise awareness about colon cancer screening, the importance of having open discussions about sensitive medical topics became clear. Today, patients and doctor freely discuss issues once hidden by shyness and embarrassment on both sides, and the result is better health care. However, there is one last big taboo in medicine: Discussions about death and end-of-life care. Read more…
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Medical Tune Ups for Men
Men, you don't expect your car to run for years on end without regular engine maintenance, so why would you suppose that your body would need less upkeep? "Many men will wait until something is perceptibly wrong before they grudgingly schedule an appointment," says Kourosh Yamouti, M.D., PAMF Internal Medicine. "What men need to remember is that there are a variety of important tests that can detect diseases early—when they are easier to treat. Read more…
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Patients Inspire "Cure for Common Medicine"
This fall, you'll see "Cure for Common Medicine" ads in local newspapers, magazines, movie theatres and on Web sites. The theme for the campaign was inspired by letters we've received from patients just like you, praising the care they've received from PAMF. There are many aspects to creating an uncommonly effective medical foundation, including recruiting and retaining the most accomplished doctors and staff, providing the best diagnostic technology and electronic patient records, and extensive patient education. All of these add up to a practice that provides an exceptional alternative to common medical practices.Together with you, our doctors, clinicians and staff create the "Cure for Common Medicine." Do you have a story of uncommonly good care that you'd like to share? Send it to: webmaster@pamf.org.
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PAMF Adds New Media Center to Web Site
In conjunction with the launch of the "Cure for Common Medicine" campaign, a new online feature called "The Pulse" has been added to the PAMF Web site. The Pulse compiles PAMF's current new media offerings, such as our YouTube videos, Facebook fan site and podcasts, in one easy-to-access site. Check out The Pulse.
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Get Vaccinated During Flu Season
Fall is here and with it comes the flu season. Health officials from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) and other groups strongly urge Americans to get vaccinated throughout the entire flu season (October through March). Visit caminomedical.org/flu or call the flu hotline at 408-523-3029 for PAMF (formerly Camino Medical Group) flu clinic dates, information about our drive-thru clinic for limited mobility patients, a list of frequently asked questions, tips for avoiding the flu and more.
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Upcoming Classes and Lectures
Family First Aid
This class will teach you everyday first-aid skills, including control of bleeding, burns, bites and stings, sprains and strains, and exposures to heat and cold. It also covers allergic reactions, asthma, diabetic emergencies, heart attack, poisoning, seizures and strokes. This is a MEDIC First Aid lecture and demonstration. It does not cover CPR.
Monday, November 10
6 - 9 p.m.
Mountain View Center
701 E. El Camino Real
Third Floor Conference Center
Cost: $45
For more information, call 650-934-7373 or register online.
Advance Health Care Directives
PAMF recommends that all individuals 18 years of age or older take a moment to complete an Advance Health Care Directive (AHCD) so that family, loved ones and medical professionals will know how you want to be cared for in the event of an accident or sudden severe illness that prevents you from communicating or making health care decisions for yourself. Trained volunteers offer free one-hour appointments each month to help you understand and complete your AHCD. Call 650-934-7380 for dates or read more online.
View a complete list of classes and lectures at PAMF:
For Dublin, Fremont and Palo Alto, click here.
For Mountain View and Sunnyvale, click here.
For Santa Cruz, click here.
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Breast cancer is something many women worry about. But fortunately, experts have made great progress in treating cancer. If breast cancer is found early, it can often be cured. Learn more about breast cancer causes, risks, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and more. You can also view the new PAMF Video, Cancer: Fight Fear with Information and visit our new Breast Cancer Care Web site for more information .
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