Prevention First: The PASOR Approach
Preventing disease is better than treating it. PASOR emphasizes preventive healthcare as a core part of our health mission, helping families stay healthy rather than just treating illness.
What Preventive Care Includes
Screenings: Regular tests to catch problems early:
- Cancer screenings (breast, colon, prostate)
- Diabetes and blood sugar testing
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Cholesterol checks
Vaccinations: Protection against preventable diseases.
Lifestyle Guidance: Diet, exercise, and healthy habits.
Risk Assessment: Understanding personal health risks.
Why Prevention Matters
Better Outcomes: Problems caught early are easier to treat.
Lower Costs: Prevention costs less than treating advanced disease.
Quality of Life: Staying healthy preserves function and independence.
Family Impact: Your health affects those who depend on you.
PASOR's Preventive Programs
Health Events: Regular screenings and health education.
Educational Seminars: Information about prevention strategies.
Resource Connection: Links to preventive care services.
Follow-up Support: Encouraging action on screening results.
Overcoming Prevention Barriers
"I Feel Fine": Early detection finds problems before symptoms.
"I Don't Have Time": Prevention saves time compared to treating serious illness.
"It's Expensive": Most preventive care is covered by insurance at no cost.
"I'm Scared of Results": Knowing is better than not knowing.
Making Prevention a Habit
Build prevention into your life:
- Annual check-up scheduled automatically
- Screenings at recommended intervals
- Healthy lifestyle choices daily
- Health events on your calendar
Community Prevention Culture
When prevention is valued community-wide:
- Screening becomes normalized
- Healthy behaviors are supported
- Information is shared freely
- Outcomes improve for everyone
Your Preventive Checklist
- Annual physical scheduled
- Appropriate cancer screenings current
- Blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol checked
- Vaccinations up to date
- Healthy diet and exercise routine
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