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social science subjects > health and social care > health services > family health services > general practices
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social science subjects > health and social care > health policy > primary care > general practices
social science subjects > health and social care > health sciences > primary care > general practices
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... > social science subjects > politics and international relations > governance > disaster relief > disaster relief methods and practices > health care > primary care > general practices
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general practices  

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  • General practice, also known as family practice or family medicine, and more recently termed primary care, is the field of medicine dedicated to caring for people of all ages. The principles and philosophy of general practice include establishing a long-term relationship with patients; providing patient-centered, comprehensive and cost-effective care; and identifying and addressing the family and psychosocial factors that affects the health and wellness of patients. [Source: Encyclopedia of Health Services Research; General Practice]

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