What does GPM mean in MEDICAL

General Preventive Medicine (GPM) is the practice of preventing illness and injury through preventative measures. It encompasses a wide variety of activities that aim to maintain health and well being, while avoiding or minimizing the risk of disease or disability.

GPM uses research-based strategies to identify, assess, and modify risk factors to help people remain healthy as they age. These strategies include early detection and screening for certain diseases; vaccinations; preventive health practices such as physical activity, nutrition counseling, stress management, immunization; appropriate use of medicines; good housing conditions; safe drinking water; emergency preparedness; smoking cessation programs; public health monitoring systems; and developing policies for occupational safety and health.

Yes! GPM can help reduce healthcare costs by detecting problems early on before they become serious medical conditions which require more expensive medical treatments in the future. It also helps people stay healthier longer by reducing their risk factors for chronic illnesses like heart disease and diabetes. Additionally, it can help reduce poverty by providing resources for those who need them most in order to improve their standard of living.

Professionals involved with GPM include doctors, nurses, public health professionals, nutritionists, pharmacists, social workers, psychologists etc., as well as researchers studying ways to prevent illness before it occurs.

Individuals can take part in GPM by following recommended preventive care guidelines from their doctor or healthcare provider such as getting regular physicals exams or flu shots when needed. They should also try to live a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise and healthy eating habits. Additionally they should also look into community programs that promote wellness such as support groups for smokers who want to quit or education classes on nutrition for people who are at an unhealthy weight level.