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https://www.webmdhealthservices.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/iStock-1254897750.jpg11In the early stages of the pandemic, preventive care was largely put on hold. But, with new safety protocols, people were starting to feel more comfortable about going back to the doctor. Now, as the pandemic is resurging, there’s concern that people may again delay or skip critical screenings and immunizations. We talked with our Medical Director, Dr. James Beckerman, about the importance of receiving preventive care in the coming year and the role that health plans and employers play in reinforcing this message. Here’s our conversation. What does the preventive care landscape look like these days? Like many things...