The Fidelis Care Blog

A good relationship with your doctor is very important. It can help improve the quality of your healthcare and your overall well-being. Here are some tips to help you find a provider and build a strong, lasting relationship.

Both preventive care and sick care are important to keep you healthy. But what is the difference? Preventive care means you are seeing your healthcare provider regularly to help you stay healthy. Regular well visits can help keep you from getting sick and find health problems early. On the other hand, sick care is when you see a provider because you are not feeling well.

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. Prevention and screening are the most important ways to fight cervical cancer. During the pandemic, many people did not get tested for cervical cancer or receive the HPV vaccine (shot) that helps prevent this cancer.

Dr. Vincent Marchello: It is important to get a checkup every year, so your primary care provider (PCP) can see any changes in your health and help you develop a plan that’s right for you. During your checkup, you can also ask your PCP any questions you may have. This will mark the ‘starting point’ of your health journey for the year.

January is Healthy Weight Awareness Month. This is a good time to set New Year's resolutions centered on health and to make positive changes for a healthier lifestyle. Obesity: A Growing Concern Obesity is a serious medical condition in which abnormal or excess fat causes health risks. • According to the New York State Department of Health, about 1 out of 3 adults in New York State are considered obese.