primary care

US /ˈpraɪ.mer.i ˌker/
UK /ˈpraɪ.mer.i ˌker/
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eerstelijnszorg, huisartsenzorg

the first point of contact for health care, usually provided by general practitioners, family doctors, or nurse practitioners, focusing on general health needs and preventive care

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Access to good primary care is essential for community health.
Toegang tot goede eerstelijnszorg is essentieel voor de gemeenschapsgezondheid.
She always goes to her primary care physician for check-ups.
Ze gaat altijd naar haar huisarts voor controles.