Preventive medicine benefits a wide range of individuals, including people of all ages, genders, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Some of the key groups that benefit from preventive medicine include: - Children and adolescents: Preventive medicine strategies, such as vaccinations and regular check-ups, can help protect children and adolescents from serious diseases and illnesses, and promote healthy growth and development. - Adults: Preventive medicine can help adults maintain good health and prevent chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Regular check-ups and screenings can help identify potential health risks early on, before they develop into more serious conditions. - Older adults: Preventive medicine can play a crucial role in maintaining the health and independence of older adults. Regular check-ups and screenings can help identify and manage age-related health conditions, such as osteoporosis, and help prevent falls and other accidents. - Women: Preventive medicine can help women maintain good health throughout their lives, including screenings for breast and cervical cancer, and other womens’ health concerns. - People with specific risk factors: People with specific risk factors, such as a family history of certain diseases, may benefit from more frequent screenings and other preventive measures. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 2401 South Kanawha Street, Ste 100, Beckley, WV 25801. We serve patients from Beckley WV, Bradley WV, Daniels WV, Shady Spring WV, Sophia WV, Macarthur WV, Mount Hope WV, Lester WV, Stanaford WV, Baylor WV, Beaver WV, and surrounding areas.