Annual Health Check Ups

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1

Do you believe routine annual health check-ups are truly beneficial, or often overdone?

2

Annual check-up are really important when it comes to conditions like cancer which can grow at a pace … It is important to always detect it early than to regret later…

3

Good question.

  1. In healthy young adults - there are not many benefits of of an annual visit to the PCP.
  2. In older population and risk factors (eg obesity)- annual visit to the PMD gives a chance for counseling, checkup and lab tests and also early detection of diseases becomes possible in many.
  3. Also, societal belief is on the +ve side in annual check ups. So d/c-ing it means loss of the benefit to many people (and doctors too :grinning_face:).
    So let us continue it. :+1:
4

The value of routine annual health check-ups is debated. Some benefits include:

  • Early detection: Identifying potential health issues before symptoms appear.
  • Preventive care: Receiving guidance on healthy habits and screenings.

However, for healthy individuals, annual check-ups might not be necessary. The frequency and scope of check-ups should be tailored to individual risk factors, age, and medical history.

A more effective approach:

  • Personalized check-ups: Schedule check-ups based on individual health needs and risk factors.
  • Focus on prevention: Emphasize healthy habits, vaccinations, and screenings.
  • Evidence-based practices: Follow guidelines from reputable health organizations.

Ultimately, the decision to undergo routine health check-ups should be based on individual circumstances and healthcare provider recommendations.

5

Annual health chech-ups are really worthful. Because of it many diseases can can be diagnosed and treated in initial stage itself. Patients can take preventive measures on the basis of their full health chech-up reports.
So, it’s really needed and to my opinion it should be done by everyone irrespective of age due to the 21st century lifestyle.