Health checks
A recent review in the Annals of Internal Medicine shows that many people go for their annual physical not because they feel it is necessary, but to ease their worries of the unknown. Makes sense to me. Still, there are other health checks you should undergo on a fairly regular basis, as they may not always present immediately symptoms.Cholesterol. After turning 45, it's wise to have your cholesterol checked regularly. Younger people should have it checked if they smoke, have high blood pressure and/or diabetes, or a family of heart disease.
Thyroid test. Starting at around age 35, doctors recommend that patients have a blood test every five years or so to check the status of their thyroid function (unless, of course, symptoms of a thyroid issue occur earlier).
Colorectal cancer screening. Start periodic testing for this type of cancer at age 50, or earlier if you have a family history.
Feel free to add some of your own suggestions for health tests people should regularly have performed.
.jpg)
How to Build a Healthy Summer Pantry
Worst Restaurant Meals of 2009
Natasha Henstridge Says She Damaged Her Body With Diets
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
8-26-2008 @ 3:17PM
PharmacistMike said...
We actually feature an array of FDA-approved home diagnostic kits that can be ordered online for use at home. Just in case any of your readers are interested. They are affordable for those without health insurance coverage or those that wish to supplement the testing they get a t their physician's office.
www.homehealthscreening.com
Reply