In this part of the world, we rarely go to the hospital unless we’ve tried other options and they failed. Out of fear, medical cost, a busy schedule or plain ignorance, many will avoid getting regular checkups, preferring to gamble with their health. Got a headache? Painkillers. Your stomach aches? Painkillers to the ‘rescue’. Self-medication has now become a norm for many people. Some of these ‘simple ailments’ are merely signs of an impending serious ailments which could have been detected on time (through regular checkups) and therefore managed properly. The saying ‘prevention is better than cure’ seems not to concern many when it has to do with their health. Irrespective of your age, make sure to go for at least a yearly physical exam. Doing so can save lives – whether young or old, no one is immune to sickness. Here are 5 reasons why you should go for regular checkups.

Early Detection

By going for regular checkups, your doctor can detect potentially life-threatening ailments at its early stages which can significantly increase your chances of overcoming such and living a full life. The longer you live with an undiagnosed health condition, the lower your chances of treating it are. There are terrifying ‘silent killer’ diseases you can have without knowing. Early detection can reduce complications which could be detrimental or cause death

Risk of Getting Sick is Reduced

Regular medical checkup can reduce your risk of getting sick. This is because during a routine exam your doctor will perform several checks such as blood pressure, heart rate, etc. Therefore, any potential health issue is nipped in the bud before it leads to something serious. You will also be advised on healthier changes to make to prevent you from developing serious health issues.

It Makes You More Accountable

A lot of us tend to take out health for granted, self-medicating rather than visit the doctor until the sickness gets out of hand. But going for periodical checks will make you more conscious of your health and quit making poor health decisions, especially when it has to do with what we eat and exercising. It will cause you to make healthier lifestyle choices.

It Saves Health Care Cost

In the long run, you save money when you go for regular check ups. This is because it helps prevent diseases as well as treat other ailments at an early stage. Early notice reduces the risk of going for serious surgery and incurring heavy medical cost. It decreases your chances of taking a sick day from work, or even getting admitted to the hospital.

Regular Checkup Increases Your Life Span

By closely monitoring your health, you increase your chances of a healthier and longer life. By getting regular health screenings and updates, you are taking steps that improves your chances of a healthier life. Your doctor will get to advise you on lifestyle choices to make at each step of the way.


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Does it cover general test?

DaCharis2016:
Does it cover general test?

Yes, it does.

I feel a burning sensation under the soles of my feet. It stopped for a while, but came back now since I noticed a caught cold through my knee cap (the only part left uncovered from the cold) while driving a bike. And since then I have being feeling pains around my legs from the knees upward and downward.

What can I do? Doctor recommended multivitamin for me earlier, and after taking it for the two weeks, got relieved.

But I'm confused with this resurfacenes. What kind of test do I need to go for now? Or do I go for general body test?

DaCharis2016:
I feel a burning sensation under the soles of my feet. It stopped for a while, but came back now since I noticed a caught cold through my knee cap (the only part left uncovered from the cold) while driving a bike. And since then I have being feeling pains around my legs from the knees upward and downward.

What can I do? Doctor recommended multivitamin for me earlier, and after taking it for the two weeks, got relieved.

But I'm confused with this resurfacenes. What kind of test do I need to go for now? Or do I go for general body test?

I'm not a medical doctor btw. But you do need to go back to the hospital for a complete checkup. It could be nothing but it could also be a sign of an underlying ailment. Never take your health for granted.

Mirage1:

I'm not a medical doctor btw. But you do need to go back to the hospital for a complete checkup. It could be nothing but it could also be a sign of an underlying ailment. Never take your health for granted.

Thank you.