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Tax Reporting Problem And Solutions Discussed 
The Subject Of Taxes Was Discussed Monday Night At The Township Council's 
Regular Meeting At The Municipal Building.

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Partnership with doctor key to health &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Who plays the most important role in keeping you healthy? The answer, of
course, is that you do. While you are ultimately responsible for your own
health, your primary care physician is an invaluable consultant. Together, the
two of you form a ``partnership for health'' that is unique to physicians and
their patientsWhat exactly is this partnership for health, and how does it
benefit you? &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The partnership for health develops from the longterm, trusting
relationship that grows between you and your primary care physician. It is a
commitment to good health that you both share. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Your physician's role in the partnership includes, of course, addressing
the vast majority of your health care needs, while intelligently referring the
rest to other specialists without relinquishing responsibility for your
overall care. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Unlike other types of medical specialists, family physicians are
specifically trained to care for all family members, from birth through old
age, and to treat the whole person, not just one organ system. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 This approach enables a family physician to detect many problems at an
early stage, when they usually are the easiest and least costly to treat. A
patient does not have to travel to a different doctor for each organ system,
eliminating the need for duplicate records -- and duplicate expenses -- at
several physicians' offices. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Caring for the entire family also puts a family doctor in an advantageous
position to observe family stress that may affect health. The family physician
is aware of these potential stress factors and can offer constructive help
with these problems. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 For example, what would happen if high blood pressure develops? One part of
treatment might be a medication to control hypertension. In addition, a
primary care physician also could draw upon knowledge of the entire family to
help pinpoint and reduce problems that lead to stress, a major factor in
hypertension. The physician could also advise on proper exercise and diet to
fit the family lifestyle. The overall result would be a more complete,
effective treatment program. This is a good example of the partnership for
health. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Your role in the partnership for health can be summarized in just several
words: When you don't understand, ask, and when you do understand, take
action! It's your job to make sure you comprehend what your physician
suggests. You also should supply all the facts the physician needs in order to
treat or counsel you effectively. Only you can take final responsibility for
carrying out the action plan for better health. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Nobody exists in a vacuum. The doctor's office staff plays a vital,
supportive role in the partnership. Ideally, other members of your family will
support you as you strive to improve your health. Your primary care physician
can counsel them also so that they help your efforts. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 The partnership for health already functions well for most physicians and
the people they serve. The future promises to be even better as new techniques
and technologies enhance the partnership. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 Herbert M. Weinman of Dallas is a family physician and vice president of
Provider Services for Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Partnership With Doctor Key To Health 
Who Plays The Most Important Role In Keeping You Healthy? The Answer, Of 
Course, Is That You Do. While You Are Ultimately Responsible For Your Own 
Health, Your Primary Care Physician Is An Invaluable Consultant. Together, The 
Two Of You Form A ``partnership For Health'' That Is Unique To Physicians And 
Their Patients.