Individualizing Disease Prevention for Middle-Aged Adults

Individualizing Disease Prevention for Middle-Aged Adults

The primary objective of this study is to help patients compare the benefits of various preventive care services, based on their individual risk factors (such as smoking status, obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, etc.). A tailored decision tool will be provided to each participant during primary care appointments to facilitate discussion between the participant and his/her provider regarding prioritizing preventive service recommendations.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Scheduled for an appointment with primary care provider during study period
• Two or more of the following risk factors:
• Tobacco use
• Overweight/obese
• Hypertension
• Hyperlipidemia
• Diabetes
• Alcohol Misuse
• Depression
• History of Sexually Transmitted Infection
• Being overdue for the following screenings: Colorectal, cervical, breast, lung

Exclusion Criteria:

- Severely limited life expectancy (cancer, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, end stage renal disease)